Orange Salmon Recipe

Orange salmon filets in a cast iron skillet with orange slices.

5 from 1 vote

I have over a dozen salmon recipes on my website and this honey orange salmon recipe may be my favorite (shh don't tell the others). It's sticky and sweet with a delicious sauce and crispy exterior that's perfect every time.

Prep Time5

Cook Time8

Total Time13

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Keyword: honey orange salmon, orange salmon, orange salmon recipe, salmon with orange glaze

Servings: servings

Calories: 332kcal

Author: Ansley Beutler

Ingredients

4 filets salmon about 6 oz each
¼ teaspoon sea salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoon olive oil or other neutral oil
⅓ cup orange juice fresh, about ½ an orange
3 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon coconut aminos swap with low sodium soy sauce if needed
1 clove garlic minced

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Instructions

Pat the salon filets dry with a paper towel. Season well with the salt and pepper.
4 filets salmon, ¼ teaspoon sea salt, ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Heat a skillet over medium heat with the olive oil. Once shimmering, add the salmon to the skillet, skin side down, and cook for 2 - 3 minutes.
2 tablespoon olive oil
Flip the salmon back over, skin side up. Cook for another 1 minute.
Add the orange juice, honey, coconut aminos, and minced garlic to the skillet around the salmon. Use a spatula to gently mix it up and allow the sauce to simmer for 1 - 2 minutes until thick.
⅓ cup orange juice, 3 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon coconut aminos, 1 clove garlic

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