Gin-Glazed Salmon with Citrus Beurre Blanc
Succulent salmon fillets glazed with a gin-infused beurre blanc sauce, brightened with lemon and orange zest. This french-inspired seafood ready in about 40 minutes pairs (6-ounce each) salmon fillets, gin, white wine for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 (6-ounce each) salmon fillets
- 1/3 cup gin
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 1/2 cup (cut into cubes) butter
- 1 (zested and juiced) lemon
- 1 (zested) orange
- 2 (finely chopped) shallots
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp white pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season salmon with salt and pepper. Place on a baking sheet and roast for 12-15 minutes until just cooked through.
- Step 2: In a saucepan, sauté shallots in 1 tbsp butter over medium heat until softened. Add white wine and gin. Simmer 5 minutes until reduced by half.
- Step 3: Whisk in remaining butter, lemon juice, and zest until emulsified. Stir in orange zest. Adjust seasoning and serve immediately over salmon.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Gin-Glazed Salmon with Citrus Beurre Blanc take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (25 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Gin-Glazed Salmon with Citrus Beurre Blanc?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6-ounce each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Gin-Glazed Salmon with Citrus Beurre Blanc?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Gin-Glazed Salmon with Citrus Beurre Blanc for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Gin-Glazed Salmon with Citrus Beurre Blanc?
French seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
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Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
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Restaurant quality! Can't believe how easy this was.
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Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
