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Crispy Orange Salmon Bowls Recipe

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Crispy Orange Salmon Bowls feature tender salmon pieces marinated and sautéed to golden perfection, coated in a tangy, sweet, and slightly spicy orange sauce. Served over a bed of rice and broccoli, this dish combines fresh citrus flavors with savory soy and ginger notes for a vibrant, healthy meal perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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Salmon and Marinade

  • 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each), cut into cubes (with or without skin)
  • 3/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 2–3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 1–2 tablespoons orange zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Sauce and Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons oil (vegetable or canola oil recommended)
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water (for cornstarch slurry)

Serving

  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
  • 2 cups cooked broccoli

Instructions

  1. Whisk Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together fresh orange juice, honey, rice vinegar, soy sauce, orange zest, and red pepper flakes, omitting the cornstarch for now.
  2. Marinate Salmon: Add the cubed salmon pieces to the sauce mixture and let them marinate for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
  3. Saute Aromatics: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-low heat, then add minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Cook Salmon: Using tongs, add the marinated salmon cubes to the pan (reserve the marinade sauce for later). Cook each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Thicken Sauce: Meanwhile, pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan and bring it to a gentle boil over low heat.
  6. Simmer with Cornstarch: Whisk cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water to create a slurry, then slowly add it to the sauce. Continue simmering and whisk occasionally until the sauce thickens.
  7. Combine Sauce and Salmon: Add about three-quarters of the thickened sauce to the cooked salmon in the skillet. Let it simmer for a few minutes so the flavors meld and the salmon is coated.
  8. Optional Broil: For extra crispiness, transfer the salmon to a broiler-safe dish and broil for 2-3 minutes to further crisp the edges.
  9. Assemble Bowls: Place cooked rice as the base in serving bowls, add cooked broccoli, then top with the orange salmon. Drizzle with the remaining sauce and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use low sodium soy sauce to control saltiness.
  • Broiling the salmon is optional but adds a nice extra crisp texture.
  • Can substitute salmon with firm white fish if desired.
  • Brown rice adds more fiber but white rice works well for softer texture.
  • Adjust honey and red pepper flakes to taste for sweetness and heat.

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