Unique Main Dishes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1/2 cup Orange Juice.
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4 Salmon Fillets (4 ounces each).
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1 tablespoon Brown Sugar (packed).
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2 teaspoons Granulated Sugar.
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1 teaspoon Baking Cocoa.
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1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper.
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1/4 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon.
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1/8 teaspoon Salt.
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1/8 teaspoon Pepper.
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1 medium Navel Orange (thinly sliced).
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4 tablespoons Butter (melted).
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Pour the orange juice into a shallow dish and add the salmon fillets, skin-side up. Let the salmon stand at room temperature for 15 minutes to marinate.
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In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking cocoa, cayenne pepper, ground cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
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Remove the salmon from the orange juice and place it skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Rub each fillet with the cocoa spice mixture, then top with a slice of orange.
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Brush the salmon with melted butter to add moisture and flavor.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
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Serve warm.
# Notes:
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This unique Cocoa Spiced Salmon combines sweet and spicy flavors with a hint of cocoa, creating a flavorful and aromatic dish.
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Perfect for a special dinner, this salmon recipe brings a touch of creativity with its cocoa-cayenne spice rub.
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Serve with roasted vegetables or a side of wild rice for a balanced meal.