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A golden-brown pan fried orange salmon fillet glazed with honey and citrus in a skillet.
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Pan Fried Orange Salmon

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time22 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 455kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 Atlantic salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 2 tablespoons hone y
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 clove garlic , minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger until well combined.
  • Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  • Place the salmon fillets in the skillet, flesh-side down. Sear for 4 to 5 minutes without moving them to develop a golden-brown crust.
  • Carefully flip the fillets using a spatula.
  • Pour the orange juice mixture into the skillet around the salmon.
  • Reduce heat to medium and simmer the liquid for 3 to 4 minutes, spooning the glaze over the fish frequently as the sauce reduces and thickens.
  • Once the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit and the glaze has a syrupy consistency, remove from heat.
  • Serve immediately, drizzling remaining pan glaze over the fillets.