Charred Sugar-Crusted Salmon

Charred Sugar-Crusted Salmon

Written by: Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute

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Information

Prep time

10min

Cook time

20min

Servings

4

Ingredients

         For dry sugar rub:

  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ tablespoon ground cumin
  • ½ tablespoon paprika
  • ½ tablespoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon dry mustard
  • Dash of cinnamon
    For cooking:
  • 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets Available in
  • Our Seafood Subscription Box
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

MIX & COVER

Blend all ingredients for dry sugar rub. Generously coat one side of each salmon fillet with mixture.

COOK SALMON

Heat oil in large heavy pan over medium-high heat. Carefully place salmon fillets in pan, seasoned side down. Cook about 2 minutes to sear; turn fillets over. Reduce heat to medium and continue cooking 6 to 8 minutes. Cook just until fish is opaque throughout.
Serve salmon with mustard, if desired.

Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute