20 Minute Glazed Salmon Recipe + Video

Plate of white rice topped with a glazed salmon filet with a side of green beans and two lime slices garnished on the side.

20 Minute Glazed Salmon Recipe + Video

An amazing Glazed Salmon recipe that has layers of flavor and is ready in just 20 minutes. It is made with a 4 ingredient rub and a 2 ingredient glaze!

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings

Calories 84kcal

Author Susie Weinrich

Ingredients

(4) 6 oz skinless salmon filets
3 tsp. olive oil

For the Rub

1 Tbsp. brown sugar
¾ tsp. kosher salt
1 ½ tsp. chili powder or ancho chili powder
1 tsp. cumin

For the Glaze

4 Tbsp. orange marmalade
3 tsp. fresh squeezed lime juice
Lime wedges and red pepper flakes for serving

Instructions

Pat the salmon filets dry with a paper towel and let sit at room temp. while you prepare the rub mixture and the glaze
(the salmon will cook more evenly and quicker if it rests at room temperature and is not cold in the center).
For the rub: combine the brown sugar, salt, ancho chili powder and cumin in a small bowl and stir to combine.
1 Tbsp. brown sugar, ¾ tsp. kosher salt, 1 ½ tsp. chili powder, 1 tsp. cumin
For the glaze: combine the marmalade and the lime juice in a small bowl and whisk to combine. Set aside.
4 Tbsp. orange marmalade, 3 tsp. fresh squeezed lime juice
Rub approx. 2 tsp. of the rub per filet on all sides of the salmon.
(4) 6 oz skinless salmon filets
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
3 tsp. olive oil
Add the filets to the hot skillet and sauté on the first side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Flip the filets and cook the other side for approx. 2-3 minutes more.
At this point, turn the heat to low and pour the marmalade glaze over the fish filets. Carefully flip the filets with tongs or a spatula until coated with the glaze on all sides.
Once the salmon flakes easily with a fork or the internal temperature registers approx. 135℉ remove the fish from the pan and plate.
Spoon the remaining sauce over the filets. Serve with a lime wedge. Sprinkle on red pepper flakes for extra heat.

Video

Notes

Let the salmon sit at room temp while making the rub and glaze. Helps the salmon cook evenly.
Choose a high quality fresh salmon for the best flavor.
Rub your fingers across the salmon filet to check for bones.
Use tweezers to remove any bones before cooking.
Use a marmalade that has visible orange peel pieces for the most flavor.
Don't overcook the salmon, 135°F will give you tender flaky salmon.
If you like spice, add red pepper flakes for a little heat.

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