Dukkah-Crusted Salmon: Quick Weeknight Meal

Why Dukkah on Salmon

Dukkah — a blend of toasted nuts, sesame, and spices — creates an incredibly crunchy crust on fish while adding layers of nutty, warm flavor. This technique works beautifully with salmon.

Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
• 3 tbsp dukkah blend
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and lemon wedges

Method

Pat salmon dry and season with salt. Press the flesh side into dukkah to form an even crust.

Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high. Place salmon crust-side up, cook 4 minutes. Flip carefully and cook 3-4 minutes more until fish flakes easily.

Serve with lemon wedges and a simple green salad.

Making Dukkah

Toast ¼ cup hazelnuts, 2 tbsp sesame seeds, 1 tbsp coriander seeds, 1 tsp cumin seeds. Crush coarsely. Mix with salt and pepper.

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