Description
Pear preserves glazed salmon brings a delightful twist to your dinner table, combining sweet and savory flavors that dance perfectly on your plate. Tender fish meets a rich glaze, creating a simple yet elegant meal that sparks conversation and satisfies your dinner cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces/170 grams each)
Main Flavoring:
- ½ cup pear preserves
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Supporting Ingredients:
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (thyme or parsley) for garnish
Instructions
- Heat your oven to precisely 375°F (190°C) and position the rack in the middle for even cooking.
- Take 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) and thoroughly dry them using clean paper towels to ensure crisp searing.
- Mix ½ cup pear preserves, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lemon juice in a small bowl until completely blended.
- Warm 1 tablespoon (15 ml) extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes until shimmering.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the hot skillet. Sear for exactly 3-4 minutes without moving them to develop a golden-brown crust.
- Carefully flip the fillets and generously brush each with the prepared pear preserve mixture.
- Cook the glazed fillets for an additional 5-7 minutes, allowing the preserves to caramelize slightly.
- Transfer the entire skillet directly into the preheated 375°F (190°C) oven for 10-15 minutes until salmon reaches 145°F (63°C) internal temperature.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 3 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley before serving.
Notes
- Choose fresh salmon fillets with vibrant color and firm texture for the best results.
- Ensure salmon is thoroughly dried before searing to create a perfect golden-brown crust.
- Adjust cooking time based on salmon thickness, checking for internal temperature of 145°F for food safety.
- For gluten-free version, verify pear preserves are certified gluten-free and use tamari instead of soy sauce if included.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-26 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 347 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 75 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg