Orange Teriyaki Salmon 🍊🐟

Orange Teriyaki Salmon 🍊🐟

Welcome back to our kitchen, food lovers! Today, we’re diving into a delightful fusion dish that combines the zesty freshness of oranges with the savory depth of teriyaki. Our Orange Teriyaki Salmon is perfect for those nights when you want something quick, healthy, and bursting with flavor. Let’s get started!

Ingredients:

For the Marinade:

• 1/2 cup orange juice 🍊
• 1/4 cup soy sauce 🍶
• 1/4 cup honey 🍯
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
• 1 tbsp ginger, grated 🌿
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar 🍚
• 1 tbsp sesame oil 🌰
• 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening) 🌽

For the Salmon:

• 4 salmon fillets 🐟
• 2 tbsp olive oil 🫒
• 1/4 cup sliced green onions 🧅
• Sesame seeds for garnish 🌾
• Orange slices for garnish 🍊

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Marinade:
   • In a bowl, whisk together the orange juice, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with a bit of water and add it to the marinade. 🍯
2. Marinate the Salmon:
   • Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour half of the marinade over them. Let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. 🐟❄️
3. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). 🔥
4. Sear the Salmon:
   • Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the salmon fillets for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. 🫒
5. Bake the Salmon:
   • Pour the remaining marinade over the salmon and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through. 🕒
6. Garnish and Serve:
   • Remove the salmon from the oven and sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Garnish with orange slices. 🍊🌾
   • Serve the salmon with your choice of side dishes, like rice or steamed vegetables. 🍚🥦

Nutritional Information:

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Servings: 4
• Calories: Approximately 350 kcal per serving

This Orange Teriyaki Salmon is a fantastic dish for any occasion. The citrusy notes from the orange juice and the umami from the soy sauce create a perfect balance of flavors that will leave your taste buds singing. Plus, it’s quick enough for a weeknight dinner but impressive enough for guests. Give it a try and let us know how it turns out!

Orange Teriyaki Salmon 🍊🐟

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• Author: Dulcia
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 4 1x

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Ingredients

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For the marinade:

1/2 cup orange juice 🍊
1/4 cup soy sauce 🍶
1/4 cup honey 🍯
2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
1 tbsp ginger, grated 🌿
2 tbsp rice vinegar 🍚
1 tbsp sesame oil 🌰
1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening) 🌽
For the salmon:

4 salmon fillets 🐟
2 tbsp olive oil 🫒
1/4 cup sliced green onions 🧅
Sesame seeds for garnish 🌾
Orange slices for garnish 🍊

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Instructions

1️⃣ In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with a bit of water and add to the marinade. 🍯

2️⃣ Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour half of the marinade over them. Let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. 🐟❄️

3️⃣ Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). 🔥

4️⃣ Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the salmon fillets for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. 🫒

5️⃣ Pour the remaining marinade over the salmon and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through. 🕒

6️⃣ Remove the salmon from the oven and sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Garnish with orange slices. 🍊🌾

7️⃣ Serve the salmon with your choice of side dishes, like rice or steamed vegetables. 🍚🥦

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

• Calories: 350 Kcal