Japanese-Style Roasted Salmon with Citrus Glaze
A delicate and flavorful kaiseki-inspired dish featuring roasted salmon glazed with a sweet and tangy citrus sauce.
Ingredients
- ●1 salmon fillet (6 oz)
- ●2 tbsp freshly squeezed orange juiceabout 30 ml
- ●2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juiceabout 30 ml
- ●1 tsp honeyabout 5 ml
- ●1 tsp soy sauceabout 5 ml
- ●1 tsp brown sugarabout 5 ml
- ●1 sprig fresh thyme leaves
- ●2 tbsp olive oilabout 30 ml
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- 3
Place the salmon fillet on the prepared baking sheet.
- 4
Drizzle the olive oil over the salmon, then sprinkle with thyme leaves.
- 5
Season the salmon with salt and pepper to taste.
- 6
Roast the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until cooked through.
- 7
While the salmon is cooking, prepare the citrus glaze by whisking together the orange juice, lemon juice, honey, soy sauce, and brown sugar in a small bowl.
- 8
Remove the salmon from the oven and brush the citrus glaze over the top of the fish.
- 9
Return the salmon to the oven and continue roasting for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the glaze is caramelized and sticky.
- 10
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.