Ingredients

2/3 cup orange juice
3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 small red Thai chile , thinly sliced
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 inch piece fresh ginger , about 1 inch , peeled , grated
4 salmon fillets
2 tablespoons olive oil , divided
salt , to taste
fresh ground black pepper , to taste
2 tablespoons honey
This Crispy Orange-Glazed Salmon recipe puts a Thai twist on a classic seafood dish. The dish features crispy salmon fillets, glazed with a sweet and tangy orange sauce and served with rice or vegetables. This recipe is perfect for impressing dinner guests or just treating yourself to a special meal. The sweet, savory, and spicy flavors in this dish marry together perfectly to create a truly unique and delicious flavor experience.

Instructions

1.In a medium bowl, whisk together the orange juice, rice wine vinegar, light soy sauce, Thai chili, red pepper flakes, and grated ginger until well combined.
2.Place the salmon fillets in a sealable plastic baggie and pour in half of the marinade mixture, making sure to coat each fillet. Marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
3.Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Remove the salmon from the marinade and discard the marinade. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides and place skin side down into the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy on the outside and just cooked through.
4.In a small saucepan, combine the remaining marinade mixture with honey and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Continue to simmer until the glaze has thickened and reduced by half, about 10 minutes.
5.Drizzle the cooked salmon fillets with the orange glaze and serve immediately.

PROS

This dish boasts a complex array of flavors including sweet, savory, and spicy.

The crispy salmon fillet pairs perfectly with the sticky sweet orange glaze.

CONS

Salmon can be an expensive ingredient, and this recipe requires a handful of specialty ingredients which may be hard to find in some areas.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Salmon is a great source of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids and high-quality protein.
The orange juice in the glaze is high in Vitamin C, which can boost your immune system and support healthy skin.

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