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Sheet Pan Salmon with Ginger, Fennel, and Orange

This dish features tender salmon fillets roasted on a sheet pan with sliced fennel, fresh ginger, and orange segments. The ingredients develop caramelization and bright citrus flavors, resulting in a vibrant, slightly crispy final presentation with a succulent interior.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 fillets salmon fillets skin on or off according to preference
  • 1 fennel bulb fennel bulb thinly sliced
  • 2 inch fresh ginger peeled and minced
  • 1 orange orange supplied as slices and juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for drizzling
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper

Equipment

  • Sheet Pan
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Peeler
  • Measuring spoons
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line your sheet pan with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
  2. Slice the fennel bulb thinly and set aside. Peel and mince the fresh ginger finely, releasing its spicy aroma.
  3. Arrange the salmon fillets on the prepared sheet pan, leaving space between each piece. Drizzle a little olive oil over the fillets and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Scatter the sliced fennel evenly around the salmon. Sprinkle the minced ginger over everything, allowing its scent to mingle with the fennel and fish.
  5. Slice the orange into thin rounds and add some directly on top of the salmon and fennel. Juice half of the orange over the ingredients for a bright citrus flavor.
  6. Drizzle a little more olive oil over everything and give a light sprinkle of salt and pepper.
  7. Place the sheet pan in the oven and roast for about 12-15 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and the fennel edges are lightly caramelized and tender.
  8. Remove the pan from the oven and add the remaining orange juice over the cooked ingredients to brighten the flavors and create a slight glaze.
  9. Gently transfer the salmon to serving plates, spooning over the roasted fennel and citrus for a colorful presentation.
  10. Enjoy your sheet pan salmon with the aromatic fennel and zesty orange that highlight the dish’s fresh, vibrant flavors.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or fresh herbs like dill before serving.