Seared Salmon with Crab Salad and Avocado Sauce

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   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

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   Begin by taking each salmon fillet, wrapping them around, and tying them with some kitchen twine.

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   In a hot saute pan, sear the salmon fillets on 1 side, until crisp and golden brown.

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   Flip the fillets onto the other side and place in the oven for 5 minutes.

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   To make the avocado sauce, steep the lemon grass in fish stock and simmer on low heat for 30 minutes to infuse the flavor.

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   Remove the lemon grass from the stock and discard.

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   Place the stock in a blender, add the diced avocados, and blend until smooth.

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   Lastly, add the chives for color and flavor.

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   In a medium size bowl, combine the crabmeat, halved tomatoes, and lime juice.

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    Toss lightly and set aside.

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    To serve, place the salmon fillets in the center of each plate.

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    Place a spoonful of the crab salad on the side and drizzle the avocado sauce around the plate.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.