Spicy Salmon Fillets In A Tomato Garlic Sauce

Name: Spicy Salmon Fillets In A Tomato Garlic Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb salmon fillet, cut into 4 individual slices; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 large yellow onion, coarsely chopped; 1 head garlic, crushed and chopped; 2 large tomatoes, coarsely chopped; 1 red bell pepper, coarsely chopped; 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped; 1/2 cup water; 1/2 lemon, juice of; 1/3 cup paprika; 1/3 cup hot paprika (hot paprika in oil is better, or cayenne); 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon ground pepper

Servings: persons

1 lb salmon fillet, cut into 4 individual slices
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 large yellow onion, coarsely chopped
1 head garlic, crushed and chopped
2 large tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1 red bell pepper, coarsely chopped
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup water
1/2 lemon, juice of
1/3 cup paprika
1/3 cup hot paprika (hot paprika in oil is better, or cayenne)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground pepper

1
In an ovenproof frying pan, saute onion and garlic in olive oil until translucent and tender.
2
Add red bell pepper, chopped tomatoes and cilantro, and continue sauteeing until everything is tender.
3
In the meantime, in a small bowl, add the canned diced tomatoes, paprikas, cumin, salt, pepper, and water. Mix well.
4
Add half this mixture to the pan, and cook for a few minutes more.
5
Sprinkle the salmon with a tbsp or so of the hot paprika/cayenne, and rub it in the salmon.
6
Add the salmon, skin side down, and cook for about 10min, until salmon looks cooked through about half the thickness.
7
On top of the salmon, add the rest of the tomato-spice mixture (now nearly all the salmon should be in sauce), and continue to cook the salmon for a few minutes more - total around 10minutes.
8
Pour lemon juice over the salmon, cover the pan with a lid, and cook till salmon is ready, about 5min.
9
Remove cover and place pan in oven, and broil for around 7 minutes.
10
Enjoy! (Don't forget to have a cup of ice water near).

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb salmon fillet, cut into 4 individual slices, 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 large yellow onion, coarsely chopped, 1 head garlic, crushed and chopped, and more.

Yes, Spicy Salmon Fillets In A Tomato Garlic 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!