Spice-Crusted Salmon With Citrus Sauce Recipe

Name: Spice-Crusted Salmon With Citrus Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Sauce:; 1 (6-ounce) carton plain fat-free yogurt; 1/2 cup fat-free sour cream; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro; 1/2 teaspoon grated orange rind; 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind; 1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind; 1/4 teaspoon salt; Salmon:; 2 tablespoons fennel seeds; 1 tablespoon coriander seeds; 1 tablespoon cumin seeds; 1/4 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs); 2 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 12 (6-ounce) salmon fillets (about 1 inch thick), skinned; Cooking spray; Fresh cilantro sprigs (optional)

Servings: persons

Sauce:
1 (6-ounce) carton plain fat-free yogurt
1/2 cup fat-free sour cream
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon grated orange rind
3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind
1/4 teaspoon salt
Salmon:
2 tablespoons fennel seeds
1 tablespoon coriander seeds
1 tablespoon cumin seeds
1/4 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
12 (6-ounce) salmon fillets (about 1 inch thick), skinned
Cooking spray
Fresh cilantro sprigs (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 400u00b0
2
To prepare sauce, spoon yogurt onto several layers of heavy-duty paper towels; spread to 1/2-inch thickness. Cover with additional paper towels; let stand 5 minutes. Scrape into a bowl using a rubber spatula. Add sour cream and next 8 ingredients (sour cream through 1/4 teaspoon salt). Cover and chill.
3
To prepare salmon, place fennel, coriander, and cumin in a spice or coffee grinder; process until finely ground. Combine spice mixture, breadcrumbs, 2 1/2 teaspoons salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish. Dredge skinned side of salmon in spice mixture. Heat a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Add half of salmon, crust side down; cook 3 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer salmon, crust side up, to a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil. Repeat procedure with remaining salmon. Bake at 400u00b0 for 8 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork. Serve with sauce. Garnish with cilantro sprigs, if desired.

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Sauce:, 1 (6-ounce) carton plain fat-free yogurt, 1/2 cup fat-free sour cream, 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro, and more.

Yes, Spice-Crusted Salmon With Citrus 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.

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Spice-Crusted Salmon With Citrus Sauce

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