Salmon With Pomegranate and Orange Salsa Recipe

Name: Salmon With Pomegranate and Orange Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 -1 12 lb salmon, cut into 4 fillets can also use halibut, tilapia, cod, red snapper, etc; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon ground fennel; 2 tablespoons lime juice; ⅓ cup white wine; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground pepper; 2 -3 tablespoons butter or 2 -3 tablespoons oil; 1 cup pomegranate seeds, from 1/2 large pomegranate or 1 cup arils from 1/2 large pomegranate; 3 oranges, peeled and cut into supreme style segments (all the skin or pith or membranes or seeds removed); 1 lime, juice of; 12 onion, finely diced; 2 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped; 2 serrano peppers, seeded and membranes removed, finely diced replace with jalapenos for milder version; 1 teaspoon cumin seed; 2 tablespoons olive oil; salt; pepper

Servings: persons

1 -1 12 lb salmon, cut into 4 fillets can also use halibut, tilapia, cod, red snapper, etc
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground fennel
2 tablespoons lime juice
⅓ cup white wine
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground pepper
2 -3 tablespoons butter or 2 -3 tablespoons oil
1 cup pomegranate seeds, from 1/2 large pomegranate or 1 cup arils from 1/2 large pomegranate
3 oranges, peeled and cut into supreme style segments (all the skin or pith or membranes or seeds removed)
1 lime, juice of
12 onion, finely diced
2 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped
2 serrano peppers, seeded and membranes removed, finely diced replace with jalapenos for milder version
1 teaspoon cumin seed
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt
pepper

1
Mix the crushed garlic, cayenne pepper, fennel, lime juice, white wine, olive oil, salt and pepper together to prepare a marinade for the fish.
2
Let the fish marinate for 1 to 2 hours.
3
Meanwhile to prepare the pomegranate salsa, combine the pomegranate arils, orange supreme, any juice squeezed from the orange membranes, lime juice, diced onion, cilantro, serrano peppers, cumin seeds, olive oil, salt and pepper.
4
Mix the salsa well and let it rest refrigerated until ready to use.
5
Heat the butter or oil over medium high heat in a large saute pan, add the salmon fillets and cook until browned on each side and cooked, about 3-5 minutes per side depending on the thickness of the fillets.
6
Serve immediately with the pomegranate salsa on top or on the side.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 -1 12 lb salmon, cut into 4 fillets can also use halibut, tilapia, cod, red snapper, etc, 2 garlic cloves, crushed, 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon ground fennel, and more.

Yes, Salmon With Pomegranate and Orange Salsa falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Salmon With Pomegranate and Orange Salsa

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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