Garlic Honey Ginger Glazed Salmon with Broccoli
INGREDIENTS:
4 salmon filets, skin removed (about 2lbs total)
½ cup honey
1/3 cup reduced sodium soy sauce (or regular)
2 tsp. minced or chopped garlic
1 tsp. fresh ginger, minced
4 cups broccoli florets (or serve with your favorite veggie)
Optional for garnish: chopped scallion, sesame seeds, sprinkle of parsley for color
INSTRUCTIONS:
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Place the salmon filets in a large zipped top bag. Whisk the honey, soy sauce, garlic and ginger together in a medium bowl (I added a sprinkle of dried parsley for color – try chopped scallion!). Pour half of this sauce over the salmon filets, coating them thoroughly. Refrigerate for 15 minutes or up to 4 hours.
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Meanwhile, preheat oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
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Line the marinated salmon filets on the baking sheet. You can hold onto this used marinade (see step 5). Bake for 15-20 minutes depending on the thickness (measured from the thickest part of the filet). You can broil the salmon for the last 3 minutes for crispier edges.
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Meanwhile, begin steaming the broccoli and reducing the glaze. First the broccoli: fill a large saucepan or skillet with one inch of water. If you have a steamer, place it inside. Bring water to a boil. Add the broccoli. Cover and reduce heat to medium. Cook for 6-7 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and tender.
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Now, the glaze: pour the remaining, unused marinade into a small saucepan or skillet. If you want, you can add the remaining (used) marinade as well. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low-medium and allow to simmer for 4 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool and thicken.
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Remove cooked salmon from the oven. Some of the glaze may have browned on the edges. You can discard this.
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Garnish the salmon with any of the listed options. Serve with steamed broccoli and additional glaze. Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for a few days. Reheat to your liking.
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Make ahead tip: You can marinate the salmon up to 4 hours in advance. If needed, you can extend to 8 hours. You can steam the broccoli and reduce the unused marinade (steps 4 and 5) ahead of time as well.