Hello, salmon! Smoked, grilled, sautéed, or baked, this lovely oily fish is one of the most versatile proteins available. Not only is it absolutely delicious, it also has many nutritional benefits.
Salmon contains antioxidants and essential omega-3 fatty acids, which are great for your health. Plus, eating salmon can actually help you maintain a healthy weight, as it regulates hormones that contribute to appetite.
With that in mind, here’s a simple recipe for pan-fried salmon served with Szechuan pepper salt. It’s best enjoy hot off the stove, either on its own or as a side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 kg salmon belly and top loin, cut into 3cm cubes
- 150g corn flour
- 2 teaspoons Szechuan pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon Togarashi chilli
- pinch of white pepper
- pinch of 5-spice powder
- peanut oil, for frying
Method
- Season the salmon cubes with a sprinkle of salt, then coat them with corn flour.
- Heat the peanut oil and pan-fry the salmon until they turn golden brown. Set aside.
- On a low heat, lightly toast the Szechuan peppers in the same pan until they are fragrant, then remove from the stove and crush the peppers lightly.
- Mix the crushed Szechuan peppers with the salt, 5-spice powder, Togarashi chilli and white pepper.
- Serve this spicy seasoning on the side as an accompaniment to the pan-fried salmon. Alternatively, pour the seasoning all over the salmon, but make sure you mix it well so the fishy pieces are evenly coated. Enjoy!
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