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Slow-Roasted Blood Orange Salmon Recipe

Entertaining has never been easier. Simple yet elegant, this slow-roasted blood orange salmon takes advantage of winter's most delicious citrus to make a meal that always impresses.

5.0 from 151 votes
40 mins
Total Time
6
servings
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Slow-Roasted Blood Orange Salmon

How to Make the Best Slow-Roasted Blood Orange Salmon

Entertaining becomes effortless with this stunning slow-roasted blood orange salmon. The combination of winter’s most prized citrus and tender salmon creates a dish that looks far more complicated than it actually is—making it the perfect centerpiece for impressing guests without spending hours in the kitchen.

The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and the remarkable depth of flavor that comes from the blood orange glaze. The slow roasting method at a gentle 275 degrees ensures that the salmon remains incredibly moist and tender, while the vibrant glaze adds brightness and complexity with its balance of sweet, savory, and tangy notes. Fresh ginger and soy sauce give it subtle Asian-inspired undertones that elevate the dish beyond a simple roasted fish.

Serve this family-style straight from the pan, allowing guests to portion their own slices and customize their glaze amount. Topped with toasted sesame seeds and fresh cilantro, each bite delivers the sophisticated flavors of a restaurant-quality meal.

Slow-Roasted Blood Orange Salmon

Slow-Roasted Blood Orange Salmon

Entertaining has never been easier. Simple yet elegant, this slow-roasted blood orange salmon takes advantage of winter's most delicious citrus to make a meal that always impresses.

5.0 from 151 votes
CourseMain Dish
CuisineAsian-Inspired
Keywordblood orange salmon, slow roasted salmon, winter salmon, winter salmon recipe
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time25 mins
Total Time40 mins
Servings6 servings
Calories291kcal
AuthorChristina Hill
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Ingredients

Salmon & Seasoning

Blood Orange Glaze

Garnish

Instructions

Roast the Salmon

  1. Remove salmon filet from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking and let sit at room temperature.
  2. Rub with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  3. Place blood orange slices all over the salmon.
  4. Roast in a 275-degree oven until it reaches a 120-degree internal temperature for medium rare, about 25 minutes. The center of the salmon may still look a bit translucent because of the low cooking temperature, but as long as it reaches 120 degrees and flakes easily, it's done cooking.

Make the Blood Orange Glaze

  1. As the salmon roasts, make the blood orange glaze by mixing together in a small bowl freshly squeezed blood orange juice, garlic clove, 2 tablespoons honey, soy sauce, ginger, rice vinegar, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Cook over medium heat until the mixture reduces to about 1/2 cup.
  3. Turn off heat and stir in the remaining tablespoon of honey. Set aside.

Toast & Serve

  1. While the blood orange glaze reduces, toast sesame seeds in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about two to three minutes. Set aside.
  2. When the salmon finishes roasting, remove from oven and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and chopped cilantro on top.
  3. Allow everyone to spoon their own portions from the salmon filet family style and pass around the glaze for every person to drizzle. Enjoy!

Notes

  • The low temperature (275 degrees) ensures a perfectly tender and moist salmon with a delicate, flaky texture.
  • For a stronger citrus flavor, use fresh blood orange juice rather than store-bought when possible.
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