Imagine a dish so tantalizing that it transforms your ordinary dinner into a gourmet experience - the Orange Glazed Rex Sole is exactly that culinary magic! This incredibly simple yet sophisticated seafood recipe promises to elevate your cooking skills and impress even the most discerning palates. With a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors, this dish will transport your taste buds to a coastal restaurant without ever leaving your kitchen.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: Seafood
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 rex sole fillets
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Pat the rex sole fillets dry with paper towels to ensure proper browning and remove excess moisture.
- Season both sides of the fillets generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together orange juice, honey, and soy sauce until well combined to create the glaze.
- Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until the oil shimmers and is hot but not smoking.
- Carefully place the seasoned rex sole fillets into the hot skillet, cooking for approximately 2-3 minutes on the first side until golden brown and edges start to crisp.
- Gently flip the fillets and pour the prepared orange glaze over them, allowing the sauce to begin caramelizing around the fish.
- Continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes, occasionally spooning the hot glaze over the fillets to ensure even coating and flavor penetration.
- Remove the fillets from the skillet when they are cooked through and the glaze has thickened and become slightly sticky.
- Transfer the glazed rex sole to serving plates and drizzle any remaining sauce from the pan over the top.
- Garnish with fresh orange zest or chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately while hot.
Tips
- Pat the fish completely dry before cooking to achieve a beautiful golden-brown crust that locks in flavor and ensures crispy edges.
- Use fresh orange juice for the most vibrant and authentic citrus taste - avoid bottled juices if possible.
- Watch the heat carefully when caramelizing the glaze; medium-high temperature prevents burning while allowing beautiful color development.
- Choose fresh, high-quality rex sole fillets for the best texture and flavor. Look for fillets that are firm and have a clean, ocean-fresh smell.
- Don't overcook the fish - rex sole is delicate and cooks quickly. The fillets are done when they're opaque and flake easily with a fork.
- For an extra flavor boost, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the glaze or garnishing with fresh herbs like cilantro or chives.
- Serve immediately after cooking to enjoy the fish at its peak texture and the glaze at its most glossy and flavorful.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 124kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 9g
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 25mg
