Best 7 Island Spiced Salmon Recipes

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**Island Spiced Salmon: A Caribbean Delight**

Embark on a culinary journey to the sun-kissed islands of the Caribbean with our Island Spiced Salmon recipe. This dish tantalizes taste buds with a harmonious blend of zesty spices, fresh herbs, and succulent salmon fillets. Experience a symphony of flavors as the vibrant jerk seasoning, aromatic thyme, and zesty orange zest dance on your palate. Dive into three irresistible variations of this Caribbean classic:

1. **Traditional Island Spiced Salmon:** Indulge in the classic Jamaican-style salmon, where fiery scotch bonnet peppers add a delightful kick to the spice blend.

2. **Coconut-Crusted Island Spiced Salmon:** Experience a tropical twist with this recipe, where a crispy coconut crust complements the succulent salmon, creating a textural delight.

3. **Grilled Island Spiced Salmon Burgers:** Elevate your burger game with these flavorful salmon patties, served on toasted buns with a zesty mango salsa.

Prepare to be transported to the Caribbean with every bite of these delectable Island Spiced Salmon recipes.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ZA'ATAR GARLIC SALMON RECIPE



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Check out this easy, flavor-packed za'atar garlic salmon! It is a MUST-try!

Provided by The Mediterranean Dish

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 baby potatoes (about 12 oz), scrubbed
2 cups grape tomatoes (about 10 oz), halved if you like
6 oz broccoli florets
3 tbsp fresh minced garlic (about 5 to 6 cloves)
Quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Salt and pepper
2 tsp Za'atar spice, divided, plus more for later
1 tsp coriander, divided
1 lb salmon fillet, no skin
1 lemon, juice of

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, add the potatoes, grape tomatoes, and broccoli. Pour 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil and toss. Then, add a little salt and pepper, 1 tbsp minced garlic, 1 tsp za'atar spice, 1/2 tsp coriander. Toss again so that the spices are distributed to coat the vegetables. Transfer the vegetables to a large baking sheet with a rim.
  • Pat salmon dry. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle just a little extra virgin olive oil. Spread the remaining garlic evenly on top. Sprinkle the remaining za'atar and coriander.
  • Cut seasoned salmon into 4 equal pieces, and place on the prepared baking sheet with the vegetables. Add another generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil over the salmon and veggies, if needed.
  • Bake in heated oven for 15-16 minutes. Remove from heat and squeeze lemon juice on salmon. Sprinkle more za'atar all over. Enjoy with Lebanese rice and a side of your favorite salad. (See suggestions for more sides in the post above under "what to serve with za'atar garlic salmon).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472 calories, Sugar 4 g, Sodium 64 mg, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 53.7 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 31.1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

SWEET AND SPICY GRILLED SALMON



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The decadent-tasting "good" fat in salmon complements the sweet-spicy Buffalo glaze. The skin gets caramelized and crisp on the grill as the sauce drips onto it. It's delicious, but can be discarded to save fat and calories. (The numbers below include the skin.) A crisp and refreshing celery slaw is dressed with the same sauce, made creamy with light mayo, and brightened with onions and chives.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons hot sauce, such as Frank's
1 tablespoon packed dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
1 tablespoon snipped chives
8 stalks celery, very thinly sliced in half moons on an angle
1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced
Four 5-ounce center-cut skin-on salmon fillets, about 1-inch thick
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable oil, for oiling the grill

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill or grill pan on medium high.
  • Mix together the hot sauce, brown sugar, paprika and cayenne in a small bowl. Transfer 1 tablespoon of the mixture to a large bowl and whisk in the mayonnaise; set aside the rest of the sauce. Add the chives, celery and onions to the bowl with the mayonnaise and toss well.
  • Sprinkle the salmon with salt and pepper. Brush the grill grate lightly with oil. Lay the salmon on the grill, skin-side up, and cook until distinct grill marks appear and the salmon releases easily from the grate, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn and brush the fish with some of the reserved sauce. Continue to cook the fish, brushing the pieces periodically with the sauce, until the salmon fillets are glazed and just cooked through, 13 to 15 minutes more.
  • Transfer the fillets to individual plates and serve with the celery slaw.

FOUR-SPICE SALMON



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Fish fillets can be a weeknight cook's savior. They are healthful and easy to prepare, require little time to cook and take well to all manner of spices. In this straightforward recipe, adapted from the New York chef Katy Sparks, you start with salmon fillets, liberally rub them on one side with a mixture of ground coriander, cloves, cumin and nutmeg, and then brown them in a very hot pan so the spices form a crust. Flip once, and that's it. For the best results, use fillets of equal sizes, cook them to medium rare, and use freshly ground spices. If you have only pre-ground, be sure they haven't gone stale sitting in your cabinet too long. (Yes, spices can go stale.)

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 6-ounce skinned salmon fillets
Salt and black pepper
1 tablespoon coriander seeds or ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon whole or ground cloves
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin seed or ground cumin
1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2 tablespoons peanut oil, grape seed or other neutral oil, or clarified butter

Steps:

  • Season fillets on both sides with salt and pepper. If necessary, combine spices and grind them to a coarse powder in a coffee or spice grinder. Press some of the mixture onto the top of each fillet.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat for 2 or 3 minutes. Add the oil or butter and, when it shimmers, place the fillets, coated side down, in the pan. Cook about 2 to 3 minutes, or until the spice mixture forms a nicely browned crust.
  • Turn the fillets and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, or until the salmon just slightly resists when pierced with a thin-bladed knife.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 421, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 35 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 418 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BROWN SUGAR-GLAZED SALMON



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Pop these protein-packed salmon fillets in the oven before whipping up a sweet basting sauce. This tangy entree cooks up in minutes making it a perfect meal for busy families and unexpected weekend guests. -Debra Martin, Belleville, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 salmon fillet (1 pound)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons brown sugar
4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon rice vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Cut salmon into 4 portions; place in a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. pan. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast 10 minutes. Remove from oven; preheat broiler., In a small saucepan, mix remaining ingredients; bring just to a boil. Brush over salmon. Broil 6 in. from heat until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 1-2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 491mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICED SALMON



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This delicious, moist fish is very quick and easy to prepare. It gets a little sweetness from brown sugar, but overall the seasonings are mild and give this dish broad appeal. It's a wonderful way to enjoy healthy salmon.-Donna Reynolds, Innisfail, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
Dash salt
Dash dried tarragon
Dash cayenne pepper
1 salmon fillet (2 pounds)

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients except salmon; brush over salmon., Place salmon, skin side down, on an oiled grill rack or on a lightly oiled baking sheet. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 17g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 330mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED SPICED SALMON



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This is a combination of two recipes from the June/July issue of "Light & Tasty" magazine. I have been experimenting with different ways to cook salmon. This is the one I will use from now on......my family just loved it!!!

Provided by Missy Merrill

Categories     High Protein

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings (4oz. each)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon basil
1/4 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1 (2 lb) salmon fillets

Steps:

  • Combine olive oil and sesame oil together.
  • Brush both sides of salmon with oil mixture.
  • In a small bowl combine all of the seasonings.
  • Rub over salmon fillet, covering both sides, pressing seasonings down into flesh.
  • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Coat grill rack with nonstick cooking spray before starting the grill.
  • Grill salmon fillet uncovered, over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

SPICE-RUBBED SALMON



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We eat this salmon a lot, along with couscous and fresh veggies. Even my 2-year-old devours it. -Lyndsay Rensing, Katy, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
2 teaspoons olive oil

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix the first 10 ingredients. Rub fillets with seasoning mixture; drizzle with oil., Place salmon on a lightly oiled rack, skin side up. Grill, covered, over high heat or broil 3-4 in. from heat 5 minutes. Turn; grill 4-6 minutes longer or until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 385mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose the right salmon. Look for wild-caught salmon that is sustainably sourced. If you're using farmed salmon, make sure it's organic and has been raised without antibiotics or hormones.
  • Use fresh, flavorful ingredients. The best way to make a delicious salmon dish is to use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This includes fresh herbs, spices, and vegetables.
  • Don't overcook the salmon. Salmon is a delicate fish that can easily be overcooked. Cook it just until it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  • Serve the salmon immediately. Salmon is best served immediately after it is cooked. This will help to preserve its flavor and texture.

Conclusion:

Island spiced salmon is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to enjoy the health benefits of salmon, such as its high levels of omega-3 fatty acids. With its simple ingredients and bold flavors, island spiced salmon is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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