Spice-rubbed Sauteed Salmon

Ingredients

• 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets, preferably skin on
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Pinch cayenne
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• Serving Suggestion: Sauteed spinach or other greens

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

Using a sharp knife, slash the salmon skin to form cross-hatch marks. Stir the spices together in a small bowl, and then rub over the flesh side of the salmon.

Heat the oil in a medium oven proof non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Place the salmon, skin-side up, and cook until seared and golden, about 3 minutes. Turn the salmon and cook until the skin sizzles and fries, about 1 minute. Transfer the skillet to the oven and continue cooking until the salmon is firm to the touch, about 4 minutes.

Transfer the fillets to 4 plates. Serve with the sauteed greens, if desired.

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