Nitrate & Nitrite Free Turmeric Salmon with Lemon & Herbs
Salmon is one of those proteins that genuinely shines when you keep things clean and simple, and this skillet preparation is proof. A bold spice rub built from turmeric, ginger, cumin, and garlic powder creates a deeply aromatic crust that caramelizes beautifully against the hot pan, giving you crispy skin and tender, flaky flesh in a single skillet. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from the cured-meat preservatives that can be so tricky to avoid when you're scanning labels at the grocery store. Bright lemon wedges and a handful of fresh flat-leaf parsley finish the dish with a lift of acidity and color that makes it feel restaurant-worthy without any extra effort. The technique is just as satisfying as the flavor — pressing the spice blend directly onto the fish and letting it cook undisturbed locks in moisture while building that golden, crackling exterior. Whether you're cooking for a weeknight dinner or trying to impress someone, this one delivers every single time.
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4 servings
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin-on
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¾ tsp fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
For serving
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges for serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, stir together the turmeric, ginger, garlic powder, cumin, black pepper, and sea salt until evenly combined.
- 2
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then press the spice mixture evenly over the flesh side of each fillet.
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