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Ghee-Seared Wild Alaska Salmon with Lemon, Feta and Toasted Pistachios

Ghee-Seared Wild Alaska Salmon with Lemon, Feta and Toasted Pistachios 1
Simple is often key when it comes to wild Alaska salmon. This recipe brings out the true flavors of the fish with a sprinkle of feta and toasted pistachios.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup shelled pistachios
  • 4, 6-ounce wild Alaska salmon fillets
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons ghee
  • 1 lemon, cut into 8 wedges
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Nutrition Facts

Calories 933
Total Fat 52g
Saturated Fat 13g
Calories From Fat 468
Cholesterol 345mg
Protein 112g
Carbohydrate 5g
Fiber 2g
Sodium 549mg
Calcium 89mg
Omega-3 Fatty Acids 5,970mg

Instructions

  1. Step 1 Toast the pistachios

    Preheat the oven to 350F. Spread the pistachios on a small baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until they smell toasty. When cool, coarsely chop the pistachios and set aside. (Tip: Place them in small zip-close bag and gently bash with a rolling pin until they are in pieces, but not pulverized.)

  2. Step 2  Pan sear the salmon

    Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Melt the ghee in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. When the ghee is hot, add the salmon pieces to the skillet with the skinless sides down. Cook for 2 minutes without moving, or until a golden crust forms and the fish easily releases from the skillet when you peek with a spatula. Turn the fish over and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through. A thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the salmon should register at 120-125F. The exact time will vary according to the thickness of the fillets. Transfer the salmon to a platter and let rest for 5 minutes, during which time the salmon will continue to cook.

  3. Step 3 Plate, garnish and serve

    Transfer the fillets to 4 plates. Immediately spoon 1/2 teaspoon of ghee on top of each fillet to melt, and use 4 of the lemon wedges to sprinkle each fillet with lemon juice. Sprinkle with the crumbled feta, pistachios and parsley and serve with remaining lemon wedges.

Cooking Technique Video

Nutrition Facts

Calories 933
Total Fat 52g
Saturated Fat 13g
Calories From Fat 468
Cholesterol 345mg
Protein 112g
Carbohydrate 5g
Fiber 2g
Sodium 549mg
Calcium 89mg
Omega-3 Fatty Acids 5,970mg