Salmon 2 Ways

Salmon whether wild or farm raised has great health benefits in the form of Omega-3 fatty acids. Salmon is high in protein, and low in fat and calories. Omega-3 essential fatty acids help prevent diseases such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes, high blood pressure, etc. 

Recipe I

This is an easy way to get someone to eat Salmon who might not otherwise eat it. 

Miso Glazed Salmon

Ingredients:

4- Salmon steaks

1- Tablespoon Red Miso Paste (IT MUST BE RED) You will find this in the refrigerated section of your market where won tons are found. Whole Foods is a reliable source. 

2 Tablespoons plus 1 1/2 teaspoons granulated sugar

1/4 teaspoon minced garlic

1/4 teaspoon, peeled and grated fresh ginger

1 Tablespoon Sesame Oil (toasted/Asian)

1 Tablespoon Mirin (found in the Asian section of your market

1/2 teaspoon soy sauce

1 large ziploc 

Combine all the above ingredients and place in a ziploc. Add the salmon steaks and marinate for 1 hour. 

To Cook:

Heat a large non-stick frying pan or grill pan. You will need a lid too! Add a little canola oil to the pan and when it is hot remove the salmon from marinade. Save the marinade. Place in pan skin side down and cook for 4-5 minutes. Turn the Salmon over and cook another 5 minutes. The rule is 10 minutes per 1 inch. Test with the sharp point of a knife to make sure the salmon is opaque inside. Just before removing fish, add the remainder of the marinade and let it thicken. Glaze with Salmon and serve. 

Recipe II

Cedar Planked Salmon

1- Cedar Plank, soaked overnight in water ( I found mine at Restoration Hardware, some markets carry them)

4 -Salmon Fillet Steaks

1 clove minced garlic

salt 

pepper

1 tablespoon butter

Fire up the barbecue. When hot, add the cedar plank and let the edges burn a little. The burning edges create the flavor. Season the salmon with salt and pepper. Rub garlic and olive oil over the surface. Turn the plank over and place the salmon on top skin side down. Cook 5 minutes and turn it over and continue cooking. Follow the rule of 10 minutes per 1 inch thickness. When done remove to a serving platter and spread soft butter over the top of the steaks. 

I served my salmon with cherry tomatoes sauteed in olive oil and pieces of garlic and sprinkling of parsley. An easy salad would be leaf lettuce, blue cheese crumbles, toasted walnuts, raisins or cranberries with a drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice. Keep it easy and enjoy the pleasure of eating a meal with those you love.