Pan Seared Salmon with Blood Orange Glaze
This easy blood orange salmon is pan seared until perfectly golden and finished with a sweet and tangy citrus glaze. A bright, flavorful salmon dinner that’s naturally gluten free and perfect for weeknights or entertaining.
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
- Large pan
- Small saucepan
Ingredients
- 4 salmon filets
- 2 blood oranges (juiced)
- ¼ cup coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (divided into two ½ teaspoons)
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Heat avocado or olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Season the salmon evenly with salt, pepper, and ½ teaspoon garlic powder. Add to the pan and cook for about 6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 125–135°F.
- While the salmon cooks, juice the blood oranges into a small bowl. Whisk in the coconut aminos, remaining ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ground ginger, rice vinegar, and honey.
- Pour the sauce into a small saucepan and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the sauce thickens into a glaze that coats the back of a spoon. Spoon the glaze over the salmon when serving, or add it directly to the pan and gently turn the salmon to coat on all sides.
- Optional- serve with slices of blood oranges.
Notes
Tips
- Use a nonstick or well-seasoned skillet to prevent sticking, especially if cooking with the skin on.
- Let the salmon sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before cooking for more even searing.
- Don’t rush the glaze. Let it simmer until it coats the back of a spoon for the best texture.
- A meat thermometer is your friend. Salmon is perfect around 125–130°F for a tender, flaky texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 279kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 34gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 705mgPotassium: 861mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 84IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg
*nutrition information is an approximate
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