seared norwegian salmon with greens

For a quick and easy, no fuss dinner or lunch, here's my version of seared salmon. Love this because salmon is a great source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids (great for people with high Cholesterol) and its quick and easy... perfect for a quick dinner or light lunch. I usually serve with steamed vegetables or a crisp green salad with a dill dressing (you can make extra to pour over the fish) and maybe a nice cold glass of Sauvignon Blanc ;-). Baby potatoes mixed with fresh rosemary and olive oil (with a touch of sea salt) would also be a great accompaniment.

seared norwegian salmon with greens 
Recipe type: Seared, cooked, fish

Cook time:  10 mins + 30 mins marinade time

Serves: 2  (350-400g salmon)

Ingredients: 
350-400g salmon (fresh, deboned and skinned)
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp honey
1/2 lemon freshly squeezed
1/2 tsp fresh chili (optional)

greens
A salad - mixed green salad leaves with finely sliced red onion. (your options are endless - I prefer simplicity)
or
Steamed Vegetables 


Instructions:
Mix together the soy, honey, lemon juice and chili and pour over the salmon. Leave to rest in fridge for 30minutes.

Place a frying pan or wok on medium-high heat, allowing it to warm up for at least 1 minute before adding the oil (this will help prevent the fish from sticking). Drizzle the pan with a little olive oil. Fry salmon for at least 2 minutes before turning. If you turn the fish too soon, it will stick. Instead, allow it to "sear", and it will come freely away from the bottom of the pan.
Turn and fry the fish for 3-5 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fish. Salmon is done when the inner flesh is no longer transparent. Although i personally prefer a line of transparency in the middle. Remember it will still cook slightly after removing from the pan and plating your meal.

 Serve.