Cumin Crusted Salmon - 0g Carbs, 0g Fiber
Source: AICR
A Tasty, Easy to Make Wild Salmon Dish
It is no secret fish should be an integral part of a healthy diet.
Finding new ways to prepare it, though, can be challenging. This
week's recipe helps meet that challenge with a tasty, easy to make
wild salmon dish.
Central to the recipe is cumin, native to Egypt where these seeds
were placed in the great pyramids five millennia ago. Frequently
confused with caraway, cumin is much stronger. The use of the
terms "black cumin" for nigella and "sweet cumin" for aniseed or
fennel, can further add to the confusion.
Cumin is the seed of a small plant in the parsley family. Although
it does resemble caraway seeds, it has a stronger, spicy-sweet aroma
and a sharper, slightly bitter flavor. These distinctive characteristics
pack a punch, and add taste and a touch of spice that complement the
fish.
The coriander adds sweetness to the dish with a subtle citrus undertone –
similar to an orange peel. One of the oldest spices on record, dating
back 5000 BCE, the fresh leaves of the plant that produces coriander
seeds are cilantro. Its name comes from the Greek word koris, meaning
stinky bug.
The high smoke point of the canola oil allows you to sear the salmon
and create the crusty finish of the fish. Working with strips facilitates
the handling of the fish and it provides built-in portion control.
Healthy and unique, this may become a favorite on your home menu.
Servings: 4
1 1/2 Tbsp cumin
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp coriander
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 lb wild salmon fillet, skin removed, cut into 8 strips
1 Tbsp canola oil
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Lemon wedges, for garnish
In medium mixing bowl combine cumin,
paprika, coriander, salt and pepper.
Coat salmon strips completely with cumin mix.
Heat large skillet brushed with canola oil over
medium-high heat for 30 seconds. Gently place
fish strips in hot skillet. Sear strips until
crusty and salmon is cooked through 6-10 minutes.
Top with a sprinkle of cilantro, garnish
with lemon wedges and serve.
Servings: 4
Nutrition per Serving:
170 Calories, 10g Total Fat, 1g saturated Fat, 20g Protein,
0g Carbs, 0g Dietary Fiber, 190mg Sodium
