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This 20-Minute Pomegranate Molasses Glazed Salmon is the Perfect Weeknight Meal

Pomegranate glazed salmon
AIP-friendly 20-Minute Pomegranate Molasses Glazed Salmon
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
10 min
Yields
4 servings

You have probably heard of honey glazed salmon… but have you heard of pomegranate glazed salmon? Pomegranate molasses is an ingredient commonly used in Middle Eastern cuisine and has both sweetness and tanginess that adds so much depth and flavour to any dish. It is the star ingredient in this glaze, along with garlic, honey and chilli flakes for some heat.

You can typically find pomegranate molasses in the international aisle at your local grocery store, but if you can’t find it, you can make your own at home. Simply mix together pomegranate juice, a bit of lemon juice and sugar (to your preference) and reduce it down until it looks like a thick glaze.

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ingredients

Salmon

½
kg salmon fillet (or 4 pieces)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 ½
Tbsp olive oil (or any vegetable oil)

Glaze

2
large garlic cloves, crushed
2 ½
Tbsp pomegranate molasses
2 ½
Tbsp honey
½
tsp salt
½
tsp chilli flakes (more or less per preference)
Squeeze of lemon juice
Spring onions for garnish
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directions

Notes

The glaze thickens when it cools down, therefore it is recommended to serve immediately.

Glazed salmon ingredients on table
Step 1

Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.

Four raw salmon filets on white plate
Step 2

Heat up a cast iron or non-stick skillet on medium high and add the olive oil. Wait until pan is hot, then lay the salmon skin side down and cook for about 4 minutes. Make sure you don’t crowd your pan.

Four salmon filets cooking in pan
Step 3

Flip the salmon to sear on the other side for 2 minutes until golden. Remove and set aside.

Step 4

Decrease the heat to low and add in the crushed garlic. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the pomegranate molasses, honey, salt and chilli flakes and stir for a minute. Add the squeeze of lemon.

Step 6

Place the salmon back into the pan and cook for 5 more minutes or until cooked through (depending on thickness of the salmon).

Step 7

Plate the salmon (recommended on a bed of roasted vegetables) and spoon the glaze on top. The glaze thickens when it cools down, therefore it is recommended to serve immediately. If it does cool down, you can heat it back up and add a splash of water to loosen it.

Step 8

Garnish with spring onions and additional chilli flakes.

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