Charred Sugar And Chili Crusted Salmon Recipes

RED CHILE RUBBED SALMON WITH TOASTED CORN VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Red Chile Rub: Preheat grill to medium high. Combine ancho, cumin, brown sugar and cinnamon in a medium bowl. Brush salmon with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Rub 1 tablespoon of the spice rub on 1 side of the salmon and grill, rub-side down until lightly golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes. Turn over and continue grilling for 3 to 4 minutes for medium doneness.
• Toasted Corn Vinaigrette: In a large pot of boiling water, blanch the corn about 5 minutes. Place the ears on the grill until slightly charred on all sides, about 2 minutes. Remove from the grill and with a sharp knife, scrape the kernels into a small bowl. Whisk together the lime juice, jalapeno and honey until combine. Slowly whisk in the oil until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper and fold in the corn, onions and cilantro.

CHARRED SUGAR AND CHILI CRUSTED SALMON

Steps:

• belnd all ingredients for Dry Sugar Rub.
• Generously coat ONLY one side of each skinnless fillet with rub.
• Heat oil in a heavy pan over high heat.
• Carefully place salmon in pan- seasoned side down.
• Cook 2 minutes to sear, then turn over fillets.
• Reduce heat to medium and continue cooking 6-8 minutes until just opaque throughout.

CHILI-CRUSTED SALMON WITH ROASTED POTATOES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 450.
• In small mixing bowl, combine chili powder, brown sugar, and salt.
• In 13 x 9 glass baking dish, toss potatoes with onion, olive oil, pepper, and 1 Tbsp of the chili mixture until evenly coated. Cover with foil and roast 20 minutes.
• Meanwhile, use remaining chili mixture to coat salmon fillets. Place on top of potatoes, skin side down, and roast uncovered 10-12 minutes, or until fish flakes easily and potatoes are tender.