Ingredients

3 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon minced shallot1 cup orange juice1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar3 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon ground ancho chile pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 salmon fillet (1 pound)2 teaspoons canola oil2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro

Preparation

In a small saucepan coated with cooking spray, saute garlic and shallot until tender. Add orange juice and vinegar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until reduced to 1/4 cup, 20-25 minutes. Stir in the honey, chili pepper, salt and pepper.

In a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, brown salmon in oil, about 3 minutes on each side. Brush with sauce. Bake, uncovered, at 400° until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 8-10 minutes.

Brush with any remaining sauce and sprinkle with cilantro.