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Christmas Salmon

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Christmas, Holiday
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Christmas Salmon is a festive dish featuring succulent salmon glazed with a delightful mix of pomegranate molasses, maple syrup, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions.


Ingredients

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Main Glaze:

    • ¼ cup pomegranate molasses
    • ¼ cup maple syrup
    • 1 tablespoon butter
    • 1 tablespoon vanilla
    • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon pepper

Salmon:

    • 6 pieces salmon

To Serve:

  • Pomegranate seeds and rosemary sprigs

Instructions

  1. Prepare Glaze: In a saucepan, combine pomegranate molasses, maple syrup, butter, vanilla, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  2. Cook Salmon: Brush glaze on salmon pieces and bake until cooked through.
  3. Serve: Garnish with pomegranate seeds and rosemary sprigs before serving.

Notes

  • You can adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup used.
  • Ensure the salmon is fresh for the best flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece of salmon
  • Calories: 250 kcal
  • Sugar: 15 g
  • Sodium: 300 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Cholesterol: 50 mg