Description
This festive Christmas Salmon recipe features tender salmon fillets glazed with a sweet and tangy mixture of pomegranate molasses, maple syrup, butter, and vanilla, enhanced with aromatic dried rosemary and a touch of seasoning. Perfectly cooked to achieve a flavorful and moist fish, it is finished with fresh pomegranate seeds and rosemary sprigs for a beautiful holiday presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
Glaze Ingredients
- ¼ cup pomegranate molasses
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Main Ingredient
- 6 pieces salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each, skin on or off depending on preference)
- Fresh pomegranate seeds (for garnish)
- Fresh rosemary sprigs (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine pomegranate molasses, maple syrup, butter, vanilla extract, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir gently until the butter has melted and the ingredients are well incorporated, creating a smooth glaze. Remove from heat.
- Preheat the oven. Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to preheat while you prepare the salmon.
- Glaze the salmon. Place the salmon fillets on a lined baking sheet or in a shallow roasting pan. Brush the glaze generously over each piece, ensuring even coverage.
- Bake the salmon. Place the salmon in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The glaze will caramelize slightly, enhancing the flavor and appearance.
- Serve and garnish. Remove the salmon from the oven and transfer to serving plates. Garnish with fresh pomegranate seeds and rosemary sprigs for a festive and aromatic finish.
Notes
- Salmon pieces can be skin-on or skinless, depending on preference.
- For best results, use wild-caught salmon or fresh farm-raised salmon fillets.
- If you prefer a crispier finish, broil for the last 2 minutes of cooking, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Pomegranate molasses can be found in Middle Eastern markets or specialty grocery stores; it adds a unique tart sweetness.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste based on dietary needs.
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