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Walnut Crusted Salmon

The aroma of this moist Walnut-crusted salmon is irresistible. It has a sweet-sour flavor with a hint of mint flavor.
5 from 8 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dinner, Seafood recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 3 Servings
Calories 592 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound of salmon fillet
  • 3/4 cup of chopped walnut
  • 1 small onion
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1/2 tablespoon dry mint
  • 1 tablespoon of pomegranate molasses
  • Salt & pepper
  • Oil

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400 °F.
  • In a food processor, grind walnut and add onion, garlic, and dry mint. Grind them all until puree consistency forms.
  • Then, transfer the paste into a bowl and add salt and pepper as needed.
  • Next, add pomegranate molasses and mix them all.
  • Optional, prepare the salmon by cutting it into individual serving sizes. I cut mine into three pieces-no need to separate the pieces.
  • Season the salmon with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Grease a sheet pan with oil and transfer the salmon to it. I used avocado oil and baked it on a cast-iron sheet pan.
  • At this point, taste the walnut paste and adjust for seasoning. If you would like it sweet, add some honey.
  • Spread an even thick layer of walnut paste over the salmon fillet.
  • Bake it uncover on a middle rack for 45 minutes or until golden brown crust forms on top and bottom.
  • Serve it with your favorite side dishes, and ENJOY!

Notes

  • Walnut tends to burn fast, so watch them closely at the end of cooking.
  • Depending on how thick the salmon fillet is, adjust for baking time.
  • Shorten the baking time if you want a less crusty texture.
  • I used a 15.5 x 10.5-inch cast-iron sheet pan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 592kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 38gFat: 43gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 34gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 199mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8g
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