Orange Glazed Salmon is a quick and easy, family-friendly dinner recipe. This sweet and savory seafood dish requires just 5 ingredients and 15 minutes to prepare.
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Salmon is always a great choice for dinner even when you are short on time or tired from a busy day at work. Most salmon recipes take less than 30 minutes to prepare, including this Orange Glazed Salmon.
My inspiration for this recipe came from Mother’s Day brunch. We’ve had a tradition of going down to Rehoboth Beach, Delaware but the past few years the brunch buffet at Victoria’s Restaurant was canceled or no longer the massive buffet it once was but rather a very limited menu that has not been suitable for my child with allergies.
We tried the Hilton in Newark, Delaware this year and was pleasantly surprised by the variety and how delicious everything was. And, as it turned out, the orange salmon with its sweet, fresh flavor was my favorite item on the buffet! I just had to recreate it myself.
This recipe is simple, perfect for summer and will give you flaky, juicy salmon fillets every time!
Looking for more easy salmon recipe? Be sure to check out my recipes for Salmon Piccata, Maple Walnut Salmon and Poached Salmon with Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce too!
Why This Recipe Works
This is a quick and easy recipe to prepare even on busy weeknights. It can be made in a skillet on the stove top and only requires 5 ingredients and about 15 minutes of your time.
It has the perfect combination of sweet and savory flavor.
The orange glaze makes this recipe very family friendly – kids love it!
Step-By-Step Instructions
Ingredients
- 1 pound of salmon fillets
- 1 tablespoon butter (or olive oil)
- 1/2 cup orange juice (fresh squeezed from approximately 1 orange)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch whisked together with 1 teaspoon of water (optional if you want a thicker glaze like in the photos)
The entire recipe and instructions can also be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post. You can also print the recipe from the card, if needed.
Prep!
Mince the garlic and juice the orange. If you want to add orange slices, now is a good time to cut them, as well.
If your salmon has pin bones still present, be sure to remove those!
Create!
Heat the butter or olive oil in a large skillet on medium-high.
Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper and add to the pan, skin side up. Cook for 3-5 minutes or until golden brown on top. Flip and cook an additional 3-4 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches an internal temp 145°F on a meat thermometer inserted into the center of the thickest portion.
Remove from the skillet to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm. Return the skillet to the stove top and lower the heat to medium.
Whisk together the orange juice, honey, soy sauce, garlic and cornstarch slurry, if using.
Add to the same skillet that you cooked the salmon in and cook until hot. The mixture will thicken in about 30-60 seconds if using cornstarch.
Return the salmon to the pan and coat with the sauce. Add additional orange slices, if desired.
Present!
Garnish with fresh, chopped parsley, if desired and serve warm.
Tips and Techniques
- For a thicker glaze-like sauce, use the optional cornstarch slurry. For a thinner sauce that will not thicken, omit the slurry.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Consume within 2-3 days.
FAQ’s
What Vegetables Pair Well With Salmon?
Most vegetables will pair well with salmon. Broccoli, asparagus, Brussels sprouts and potatoes are great choices to serve with salmon dishes.
What Type of Salmon is Healthiest?
Wild-caught, Pacific salmon is generally considered to be the healthiest.
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Orange Glazed Salmon
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 pound salmon fillets
- salt
- pepper
- 1/2 cup orange juice (fresh squeezed from 1 approximately 1 orange)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (whisked with 1 teaspoon water, optional for a thicker glaze)
Instructions
- Heat the butter or olive oil in a large skillet on medium-high.1 tablespoon butter
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper and add to the pan, skin side up. Cook for 3-5 minutes or until golden brown on top. Flip and cook an additional 3-4 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches an internal temp 145°F on a meat thermometer inserted into the center of the thickest portion.1 pound salmon fillets, salt, pepper
- Remove from the skillet to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm. Return the skillet to the stove top and lower the heat to medium.
- Whisk together the orange juice, honey, soy sauce, garlic and cornstarch slurry, if using.1/2 cup orange juice, 2 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- Add to the same skillet that you cooked the salmon in and cook until hot. The mixture will thicken in about 30-60 seconds if using cornstarch.
- Return the salmon to the pan and coat with the sauce. Add additional orange slices, if desired.
Notes
Tips and Techniques
- For a thicker glaze-like sauce, use the optional cornstarch slurry. For a thinner sauce that will not thicken, omit the slurry.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Consume within 2-3 days.
Kathie says
This Salmon recipe is now our Favorite !!!
My Husband goes NUTS over this!! ♥️
Cathie says
Enjoyed the recipe. Was easy and quick.
Thanks.
Linda says
Oh boy, this is delicious! We have salmon almost weekly and have tried dozens & dozens of recipes. This goes straight to the top of the list. The sauce is nice and bold. I sprinkled toasted sesame seeds over the finished dish.
Thank you for sharing your recipe.
Sharon Chen says
The orange glaze complemented the salmon well, this will definitely be included in my rotation! Thank you!
Paula says
This orange glazed salmon was absolutely spectacular! So flavorful and that glaze was out of this world!
Vicky says
What a great healthy dinner this turned out to be. The glaze really took it over the top. Even my kids enjoyed this one!
C says
Loved this recipe, will be saving to make again soon.Thanks for sharing!
Chahinez says
This turned out amazing! Everyone loved it!
Doug B. says
Tried this last night on some salmon I caught on a trip to Alaska. The recipe was great and my wife and I loved it. I highly recommend the recipe.
Lisa says
Tried this recipe last night and it was a huge hit! My daughter said it was her favorite dinner that I have ever made and my husband said it was the best Salmon he’s ever had and my son had 4 helpings which says it all lol. I actually don’t like fish but I’ll take their word for it. I didn’t change a thing about the recipe, I actually made more salmon but the glaze was enough for it all. Thank you!
Chip says
Because I could, I added a couple of tablespoons of minced ginger to the glaze. It was an excellent and inspired edition. If I do say so myself. The recipe is stupid, simple, and delicious.
Samantha Ryan says
I’m new to cooking/ eating salmon— could this sauce be made ahead of time and used as a marinade for meal prep?
Lauren Vavala says
Hi! You should be fine to make the sauce ahead of time. I wouldn’t recommend adding cornstarch though as it will gel up when it gets cold. Hope you enjoy the recipe!!
– Lauren
Amy Liu Dong says
Such an easy and delicious dish to make for tonight’s dinner.
I am sure everyone will love this!