Mandarin Ginger Glazed Salmon

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Flaky salmon fillets with a sweet-tangy glaze of mandarin oranges, ginger, and honey, served with steamed broccoli. This asian-inspired one pot ready in about 25 minutes pairs skin-on salmon fillets, drained mandarin oranges, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 412 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 412 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place 1.5 lbs salmon fillets skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup drained mandarin oranges, 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp sesame oil until combined.
  3. Step 3: Brush half of the glaze evenly over the salmon fillets and reserve the rest.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork and internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  5. Step 5: Brush with reserved glaze and top with extra mandarin segments. Serve with steamed broccoli and lemon wedges.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Mandarin Ginger Glazed Salmon take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 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 Mandarin Ginger Glazed Salmon?

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 skin-on salmon fillets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Mandarin Ginger Glazed Salmon?

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 Mandarin Ginger Glazed Salmon 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 Mandarin Ginger Glazed Salmon?

Asian one pot 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.

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