Discover the perfect weeknight dinner solution with my Orange Soy Salmon Bites in Parchment Paper recipe—15 minutes to flavor-packed bliss.
Looking for a quick and flavorful meal to jazz up your weeknight dinner routine? Look no further than these Orange Soy Salmon Bites cooked to perfection in parchment paper. With just 15 minutes of cooking time, this dish is a lifesaver for busy evenings when you crave something delicious and healthy but don’t have hours to spend in the kitchen.
The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and versatility. You can customize the veggies used in the parchment paper to your liking, but I highly recommend bok choy, string beans, and fresh scallions for a burst of flavor that perfectly complements the salmon. The vibrant colors and textures create a stunning presentation that’s sure to impress even picky little easters.
To prepare, we first make the orange soy sauce and then toss our salmon bites in the marinade. Then to the parchment paper we add our veggies and the salmon and fold it into a neat packet. Pop it into the oven, and in just 15 minutes, you’ll have tender, juicy salmon infused with the citrusy tang of orange and the savory richness of soy sauce. It’s a flavor explosion in every bite!
For those looking to keep it low-carb, you can enjoy the salmon bites right in the parchment paper, savoring every mouthful of flavor-packed goodness. Alternatively, you can pair it with your favorite grain like rice or quinoa to create a balanced and satisfying meal.
Orange Soy Salmon Bites in Parchment Paper
Ingredients
- 1 lb salmon cubed
- 1 orange juiced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp white sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp garlic
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Kosher salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 6 bokchoy leaves
- 1/2 cup string beans chopped
- 2 scallion cut into thirds
- Parchment paper for cooking
Instructions
- Heat oven to 400 degress
- Cube salmon into 1 inch cubes and set aside
- To a small bowl, combine orange juice, soy sauce, mirin, garlic, salt, pepper, olive oil and sesame seeds
- Mix well and combine with salmon bites and toss to combine
- Cut parchment paper into 2 large squares to place salmon and veggies in
- Place veggies down first on the parchment paper then salmon bites on top, drizzle veggies with excess marinade
- Tightly fold parchment paper and place on a baking dish
- Bake packets on 400 degrees for 15 minutes
- Remove and allow packets to cool then serve warm and enjoy
Ready to give it a try? Head to the kitchen and whip up these Orange Soy Salmon Bites for a stress-free and delicious dinner tonight. And if you’re craving more salmon inspiration, be sure to check out my other salmon recipes on the blog.
Happy cooking!
