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Christmas Salmon

Delicious Christmas Salmon with Sweet Pomegranate Glaze

This Christmas Salmon features a sweet-tart glaze made with pomegranate, making it a festive and healthy centerpiece for the holiday table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Cooling Time 4 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 6 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can be replaced by coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Pomegranate Molasses Provides a sweet-tart flavor that enhances the glaze.
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Substitution: Honey can be used for a similar taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla A clear vanilla extract can be used for aesthetics.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary Fresh rosemary can be used for a more robust flavor.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Use kosher salt for best results.
For the Salmon
  • 6 pieces Salmon Varieties such as steelhead trout or sockeye can be substituted based on preference.
  • Pomegranate Seeds Optional but highly recommended for presentation.
  • Rosemary Sprigs Optional but highly recommended for presentation.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • skillet
  • parchment paper
  • spoon
  • brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium-sized skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Add in pomegranate molasses, maple syrup, vanilla extract, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir until boiling, then simmer for about 4 minutes.
  3. Let the glaze cool for a few minutes to thicken.
  4. Arrange the salmon fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet. Spread the cooled glaze over each fillet.
  5. Bake the salmon for 8-9 minutes until opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Remove the salmon from the oven and spoon some of the remaining glaze over each fillet.
  7. Garnish with fresh rosemary and pomegranate seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 22gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an extra flavor boost, consider marinating the salmon in the pomegranate glaze for up to an hour before cooking.

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