Honey Dukkah Crusted Salmon

 

Serves: 4

Total time: 40 minutes

Active time: 20 minutes

Dukkah is a spice blend packed full of toasted nuts and spices and is a simple way to upgrade any meal! Make a large batch and store in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Sprinkle leftover dukkah over salads, add to sandwiches, or use as a topper for your favorite hummus.

Special Equipment

  • Food processor or blender

Ingredients

Dukkah:

  • ½ cup almonds, raw 

  • ¼ cup pistachios, shelled

  • 3 tbsp sesame seeds, raw

  • 1 tbsp fennel seeds

  • 1 tsp cumin seeds

  • 2 tsp coriander seeds

  • 1 tsp red chili flakes

  • 2 tsp sea salt

Salmon:

  • 1 lb salmon filet, skin on

  • 2 tbsp honey

  • Sea salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation

  1. Preheat the oven to 375℉. Line a baking tray with foil.

  2. Add almonds, pistachios, sesame seeds, fennel, cumin, coriander, chili flakes, and sea salt to a frying pan over medium heat, cooking until toasted, about 3-4 minutes. Transfer to a food processor or blender, pulsing until finely chopped.

  3. Pat the salmon filet with a paper towel to dry. Season liberally with salt and pepper. Place skin side down on the foil.

  4. Using a spatula or pastry brush, coat the salmon with honey.

  5. Sprinkle with 3-4 tbsp dukkah to coat.

  6. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the salmon is fully cooked and flakes easily.

  7. Enjoy!