Salmon with Brazilian Spices Recipe

Name: Salmon with Brazilian Spices
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 cup (50 mL) fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup (125 mL) fresh orange juice; 1 tbsp (15 mL) minced orange zest; 2 tbsp (25 mL) light brown sugar; 1 to 2 tsp (5 to 10 mL) cayenne; 4 bay leaves, ground; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 6 salmon fillets, each 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick; Olive oil; Lemon wedges; Shallow glass or ceramic baking dish

Servings: persons

2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup (50 mL) fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup (125 mL) fresh orange juice
1 tbsp (15 mL) minced orange zest
2 tbsp (25 mL) light brown sugar
1 to 2 tsp (5 to 10 mL) cayenne
4 bay leaves, ground
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
6 salmon fillets, each 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick
Olive oil
Lemon wedges
Shallow glass or ceramic baking dish

1
Preheat lightly greased grill to medium-high.
2
In a bowl combine garlic, lemon juice, orange juice, orange zest, brown sugar, cayenne, bay leaves, salt and pepper.
3
Whisk together well.
4
Lay fish in baking dish.
5
Pour marinade over fish, turning to coat well.
6
Cover with plastic wrap; marinate for 30 minutes, turning once or twice.
7
Remove fish from baking dish, discarding any remaining marinade.
8
Brush a little olive oil on both sides of fillets.
9
Place fish on grill, skin-side down.
10
Cook, turning once, for 8 to 10 minutes or according to taste.
11
Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1/4 cup (50 mL) fresh lemon juice, 1/2 cup (125 mL) fresh orange juice, 1 tbsp (15 mL) minced orange zest, and more.

Yes, Salmon with Brazilian Spices falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Salmon with Brazilian Spices

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Variations & substitutions

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