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This Charred Sugar Rub Crusted Alaska Salmon is something unusual to make this summer! Of course it will work with other fish but living in Alaska – we happen to have wild caught Alaska Salmon. This would be delicious with Sockeye Salmon or King Salmon. Cooking a variety of fish is a great way to eat healthy and clean during the summer, especially if you can catch your own fish.

To use a rub on fish, first drizzle a little oil over the fish to help the rub stick, then sprinkle the desired amount of the rub evenly on the fish. Cook the fish using your preferred method, such as grilling or baking, until it’s done.

Here are some health benefits of eating salmon:

Salmon is highly nutritious and offers several health benefits, including being a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart health and reduce inflammation. It also provides essential nutrients like protein, vitamin D, and B vitamins, which are important for overall well-being and brain function.

Mayo Clinic has this to say about Salmon and Heart Health:

If you’re worried about your heart health, eating at least two servings of fish a week could reduce your risk of heart disease.

The American Heart Association recommends eating fish rich in unsaturated fats at least twice a week. All fish are a good source of protein, vitamins and minerals. But fatty fish contain omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3s and other nutrients in fish may improve heart health. They also may lower the risk of dying of heart disease.

Rich in Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Great Source of Protein
High in B Vitamins
Good Source of Potassium
Loaded With Selenium
Contains Antioxidants
May Reduce the Risk of Heart Disease

Check out what this Salmon side looks like after it has been cooked before plating:

Recipe for Charred Sugar Rub Crusted Alaska Salmon

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Charred Sugar-Crusted Alaska Salmon

Cooking a variety of fish is a great way to eat healthy and clean during the summer, especially if you can catch your own fish!

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 516kcal

Author: My Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Life

Ingredients

Dry Sugar Rub Ingredients:

2 Tbsp sugar
1 Tbsp chili powder
1 tsp black pepper
½ Tbsp ground cumin
½ Tbsp paprika
½ Tbsp salt
¼ tsp dry mustard
Dash of cinnamon

To make

4-6 Alaska salmon fillets 4 to 6 oz each, fresh or thawed
oil for frying
lemons for garnish
3 cups cooked spinach

Instructions

Blend all ingredients for Dry Sugar Rub.
Generously coat one side of each Alaska salmon fillet with mixture.
Heat oil in large heavy pan over medium high heat.
Carefully place the salmon fillets in the pan, seasoned side down. Cook about 2 minutes to sear; then turn fillets over.
Reduce heat to medium and continue cooking 6-8 minutes until the fish is opaque throughout.
Serve salmon over cooked spinach with lemons for garnish and squeezing on the fish.