Whenever we are there, I always try and check out the fresh fish section because it's one protein that we don't eat enough. This past summer, I have made a couple batches of ceviche or prepared our favorite fish tacos. Both of these dishes use a white flaky fish like halibut or tilapia. Most times I have to purchase fish that isn't too "fishy" because Eric's tastebuds are a little picky when it comes to fish.
I came across a small inexpensive cut of salmon fillets, just perfect for the two of us. That is always a gem to find because Costco always has large cuts of salmon available to purchase. I found a fantastic recipe on my friend Jessica's blog, and knew that this meal would be fantastic. If she loved it, I knew we would, too. This quick to prepare meal came together in less than 30 minutes. The pineapple teriyaki glaze is a perfect addition to the cooked salmon and just bursts in your mouth.
Simply phenomenal.
Adapted from Sunny Side Up in San Diego
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Ingredients:
2 (6 ounces) salmon fillets
6 ounces crushed pineapple
1 teaspoon fresh orange zest
2 Tablespoons brown sugar
2 Tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
Kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
Fresh chopped chives, garnishment
Sesame seeds, garnishment
Preparation:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
In a small saucepan over medium high heat, add the crushed pineapple, soy sauce, orange zest, brown sugar and 1/4 teaspoon salt and bring to a slow boil for 10 minutes. Set aside until ready to use.
Season both sides of the salmon fillets with salt and pepper.In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, warm the sesame oil until it slightly fragrant. Add the salmon fillets and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes, and then flip over and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes. Brush the prepared sauce on top of salmon fillets and place in oven. (Make sure to use an oven safe skillet, if not transfer cooked salmon in a baking dish).
Bake for 5 to 7 minutes until the fish flakes easily.
Garnish with fresh chopped chives and sesame seeds.
Best served with steamed rice and vegetables.
Yield: 2 servings
Review: Ahhh-mazing! Like Jessica had said, one of the best meals in my life. I love how a couple simple ingredients can make a dish. Eric just started eating more fish since last year, so this is a big step for us to use salmon. This will definitely be a staple meal to add to our go-to meals.
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Ingredients:
2 (6 ounces) salmon fillets
6 ounces crushed pineapple
1 teaspoon fresh orange zest
2 Tablespoons brown sugar
2 Tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
Kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
Fresh chopped chives, garnishment
Sesame seeds, garnishment
Preparation:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
In a small saucepan over medium high heat, add the crushed pineapple, soy sauce, orange zest, brown sugar and 1/4 teaspoon salt and bring to a slow boil for 10 minutes. Set aside until ready to use.
Season both sides of the salmon fillets with salt and pepper.In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, warm the sesame oil until it slightly fragrant. Add the salmon fillets and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes, and then flip over and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes. Brush the prepared sauce on top of salmon fillets and place in oven. (Make sure to use an oven safe skillet, if not transfer cooked salmon in a baking dish).
Bake for 5 to 7 minutes until the fish flakes easily.
Garnish with fresh chopped chives and sesame seeds.
Best served with steamed rice and vegetables.
Yield: 2 servings
Review: Ahhh-mazing! Like Jessica had said, one of the best meals in my life. I love how a couple simple ingredients can make a dish. Eric just started eating more fish since last year, so this is a big step for us to use salmon. This will definitely be a staple meal to add to our go-to meals.
