Almond Free Apple Cider Glazed Salmon
Salmon glazed with warm, spiced apple cider is the kind of weeknight dinner that feels far more impressive than the effort involved. The glaze comes together from unfiltered apple cider, honey, a splash of cider vinegar, fresh ginger, and a pinch of turmeric — all simmered down into a sticky, fragrant coating that clings beautifully to the fish. Coconut oil gives the sear a subtle richness, and the skin-side-down finish locks in moisture while the glaze caramelizes right on the flesh. There are no nut-based oils, nut flours, or any almond-derived ingredients anywhere in this recipe, so it's genuinely straightforward to prepare without scanning every label or worrying about hidden additions. A squeeze of lemon and a handful of fresh parsley at the end brighten everything up and balance the sweetness of the glaze. This is the kind of dish that looks like it came from a restaurant but comes together in a single skillet on your stovetop.
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4 servings
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin-on
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
For the glaze
- 1 cup fresh apple cider (unfiltered)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple cider, honey, apple cider vinegar, grated ginger, turmeric, and thyme sprigs in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a steady simmer and cook until the glaze has reduced by about half and coats the back of a spoon, 10–12 minutes. Remove the thyme sprigs and set the glaze aside.
- 2
Pat the salmon fillets thoroughly dry with paper towels and season the flesh side with the sea salt.
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