Chef Dennis Deaver's Blackened Copper River Sockeye Salmon with Tropical Salsa

By Chef Dennis Deaver, Orca Adventure Lodge

Courtesy of our partner, Copper River Marketing Association

A delicious blend of oregano, smoked paprika, ancho chile, and other spices gives Copper River Sockeye salmon the appropriate heat and herbs. Searing and oven-cooking make it juicy, and the tropical salsa with mango, pineapple, and fresh herbs adds freshness. This delectable meal combines robust flavors and brightly colored components well. Enjoy this delicious tropical dish.

Blackened Copper River Sockeye Salmon with Tropical Salsa

Ingredients

4 Copper River Sockeye Salmon fillets (6oz)

Olive oil

For Salsa

1/2 bunch cilantro, finely chopped

1 red bell pepper, finely chopped

1 green bell pepper, finely chopped

1 jalapeño, finely chopped

1 mango, diced

1 cup fresh pineapple, diced

1/2 cup chives

1 fresh squeezed lemon

1/4 cup mango purée

For Blackening Seasoning

1/4 cup oregano

2 Tbsp smoked paprika

2 Tbsp ground ancho chili

1 Tbsp garlic powder

3/4 tsp salt

2 Tbsp cayenne pepper

1 Tbsp thyme

1 Tbsp basil leaf, finely chopped

Directions 

1 Pat the salmon dry and sprinkle with salt and pepper on both sides, preheat the oven to 400° F.

2 Mix salsa ingredients and blackening seasoning ingredients in separate bowls.

3 Coat the flesh-side of Copper River Sockeye Salmon with blackening seasoning.

4 Sear the flesh-side of Copper River Sockeye Salmon 1-2 minutes in a hot pan with oil.

5 Transfer to the foil-lined sheet pan, skin-side down.

6 Cook in the oven for 4-5 minutes or until fully cooked.

7 Top blackened Copper River Sockeye Salmon with salsa, pair with preferred salmon pairing, and enjoy!

 Good to Know STORY

Tropical salsa originates from Latin American and Caribbean culinary traditions, where salsas are fundamental. This particular salsa variation incorporates fruits typical of tropical climates, such as mango and pineapple, offering a sweet and refreshing twist to the traditional savory salsa. It serves as a versatile condiment, adding vibrancy and contrasting flavors to a variety of dishes. As a global culinary influence, tropical salsa has adapted to diverse preferences, becoming a delightful and widely appreciated element in contemporary cuisine.

Copper River Sockeye Salmon (6oz portions)

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