Crispy-Skinned Salmon With Whole Lemon–Sesame Sauce Recipe

Name: Crispy-Skinned Salmon With Whole Lemon–Sesame Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (6-oz.) skin-on salmon fillets, pin bones removed, patted dry; 2 Tbsp. plus 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for grill; Kosher salt; 1 small lemon; 1 small shallot, finely chopped; 2 tsp. black sesame seeds; 1 tsp. honey; 1/2 tsp. toasted sesame oil; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup basil leaves, torn if large

Servings: persons

4 (6-oz.) skin-on salmon fillets, pin bones removed, patted dry
2 Tbsp. plus 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for grill
Kosher salt
1 small lemon
1 small shallot, finely chopped
2 tsp. black sesame seeds
1 tsp. honey
1/2 tsp. toasted sesame oil
Freshly ground black pepper
1 cup basil leaves, torn if large

1
Prepare a grill for medium heat. Rub salmon with 2 Tbsp. olive oil; season both sides with kosher salt.
2
Cut ends off lemon and discard. Set lemon upright on a cutting board and slice off 4 lobes, working around the core (the seeds will be left behind). Finely chop lobes (flesh, pith, and all) and transfer to a small bowl; you should have about 1/3 cup. Squeeze juice from core into bowl; discard core. Add shallot, sesame seeds, honey, sesame oil, and 1/3 cup olive oil; season with kosher salt and lots of pepper. Toss to combine.
3
Clean and oil grate, then immediately place salmon on grill, skin side down. Cover and grill, without turning, until skin is lightly charred and flesh is opaque all the way through, 6-8 minutes. Transfer salmon to shallow bowls or plates; let cool slightly. Spoon sauce over salmon. Top with basil; sprinkle with sea salt.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (6-oz.) skin-on salmon fillets, pin bones removed, patted dry, 2 Tbsp. plus 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for grill, Kosher salt, 1 small lemon, and more.

Yes, Crispy-Skinned Salmon With Whole Lemon–Sesame Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Crispy-Skinned Salmon With Whole Lemon–Sesame Sauce

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