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This orange baked salmon steak is a festive dish perfect for your #Christmasdinner. The salmon is marinated in a tangy blend of soy sauce, honey, and orange juice, then baked with rosemary and orange slices for a burst of citrus flavor. The optional sauce adds a rich and zesty touch, combining butter, orange flesh, chili flakes, and rosemary, thickened with cornstarch for a smooth finish. It’s a flavorful and quick recipe that’s sure to impress.
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Remove the main bone from the salmon steak and separate the skin from the meat on both sides. Roll up the steak and secure with cooking rope.
Mix soy sauce, honey, 0.5 tsp chili flakes, and juice of half an orange to make the marinade.
Pour the marinade over the salmon and place two rosemary leaves in the baking pan with the salmon.
Top each salmon steak with orange slices.
Bake the salmon at 400°F (200°C) for 30 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and the orange slices are slightly caramelized.
Cook butter, orange flesh, salt, sugar, chili flakes, and rosemary over low heat until the mixture comes to a boil.
Add cornstarch mixed with cold water and cook until the mixture thickens.
Serve the salmon on top of the sauce and enjoy.
To make the salmon steak look visually appealing, remove the main bone and roll up the steak before securing it with cooking rope.
For a more intense flavor, let the salmon marinate for 15–30 minutes before baking.
Adjust the chili flakes to your spice preference.
Can I use salmon fillets instead of steaks?
Yes, you can use salmon fillets, but the presentation may differ as the rolled-up steak look is unique to this recipe.
How do I know when the salmon is cooked?
The salmon is cooked when it flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Can I skip the sauce?
Yes, the sauce is optional and the salmon will still be flavorful without it.
What can I use instead of rosemary?
You can substitute rosemary with thyme or parsley for a different herb flavor.
Can I prepare this dish ahead of time?
You can marinate the salmon ahead of time, but bake it just before serving for the best texture and flavor.
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