Pistachio Free Turmeric Salmon with Lemon & Herbs
Golden and fragrant with turmeric, ginger, cumin, and garlic, this pan-seared salmon delivers serious flavor with a beautifully crisp skin and tender, flaky flesh. The spice rub comes together in seconds and transforms a simple weeknight protein into something that feels genuinely special. A hot skillet and a little patience — letting the fillets cook undisturbed skin-side down — is all it takes to get that satisfying crunch without any fuss. Fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon at the end cut right through the warmth of the spices, keeping every bite bright and balanced. The entire ingredient list is straightforward pantry staples and fresh fish, so there's no need to scan labels or worry about cross-contact with tree nuts hiding in a spice blend or sauce. It's the kind of clean, confident cooking that works just as well for a casual dinner as it does for impressing guests.
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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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