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Oven-Roasted Salmon with Orange and Ginger Glaze

Oven-Roasted Salmon with Orange and Ginger Glaze pairs rich, tender fish with a glossy citrus glaze that balances sweetness, acidity, and a gentle warmth from fresh ginger. The balsamic adds depth while orange juice reduces to a bright lacquer that clings to each bite. Serve this elegant main for weeknight dinners or a relaxed dinner party when you want big flavor with minimal fuss.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook30 mins
  • Serves5
  • DifficultyEasy
Oven-Roasted Salmon with Orange and Ginger Glaze
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a medium baking dish with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Put the orange juice in a small saucepan over medium-low heat and cook, stirring, until it thickens and reduces by about half, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let it cool.

  3. 3

    Stir the balsamic vinegar and ginger into the cooled orange juice.

  4. 4

    Set the salmon fillet skin-side down in the prepared baking dish, season with salt and pepper, and cover with 1/2 of the orange juice mixture.

  5. 5

    Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes. Brush with the remaining orange juice mixture and continue baking until the fish flakes easily with a fork, 10 to 15 minutes.