Spicy Indian Salmon
by Madhu Gadia, MS RD CDE LD
Servings: 4 (3 ounces cooked Per Serving)
Prep Time: 10
Cook Time: 20
| Nutrition Facts |
| Serving Size 3 ounces cooked |
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| Amount per serving |
| Calories 170 | |
| % Daily Value* |
| Total Fat 7g | |
| | Saturated Fat 1g | |
| Cholesterol 60mg | |
| Sodium 200mg | |
| Total Carbohydrate 1g | |
| | Dietary Fiber 0g | |
| Protein 23g | |
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* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. |
For a spicy salmon with a flavorful twist, try it with a blend of Indian spices. Grill or bake for a quick dish. If desired, marinate the salmon overnight in the refrigerator.
Ingredients
- vegetable oil cooking spray
- 1 pound salmon (without skin; add ⅓ pound if skin)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon tumeric
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
- ½ teaspoon garam masala (recipe follows)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Garam Masala
- ¼ cup cumin seeds
- 3 tablespoons whole black peppercorns
- 3 tablespoons whole cardamom pods
- 1 teaspoon cloves
- 2 teaspoons dry ginger powder
- 2 cinnamon sticks
Directions
For Salmon
- Coat a baking dish with the cooking spray. Arrange salmon in the baking dish.
- Combine the garlic, ginger, and spices, and rub into the salmon.
- Prick the salmon with a fork a few times. Cover and marinate for 20 minutes at room temperature or up to 24 hours in the refrigerator.
- Preheat oven to 400 F.
- Bake the salmon, uncovered, for 15 to 20 minutes. Or grill the salmon, wrapped in foil with a tent for venting, for 10 to 15 minutes. The salmon is done when it easily flakes with a fork.
- Sprinkle with the lime juice before serving.
For the Garam Masala
- ¼ cup cumin seeds
- 3 tablespoons whole black peppercorns
- 3 tablespoons whole cardamom pods
- 1 teaspoon cloves
- 2 teaspoons dry ginger powder
- 2 cinnamon sticks
Food Trivia
Garam Masala, a blend of several spices, is frequently used in Indian recipes. Buy it in markets or make your own.