WALNUT-CRUSTED SALMON

Walnut-Crusted Salmon image

Provided by Magdalena Wszelaki

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (4-inch-long) daikon radishes, thinly sliced
Extra virgin olive oil
Dash of smoked salt
2 wild salmon fillets, 6 to 8 ounces each
3/4 cup raw walnuts or pecans
2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
1 teaspoon ground anise seed or ground star anise
3/4 teaspoon sea salt
Cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Steps:

Place oven rack in the middle position and preheat oven to 350°F.
In a baking dish, toss the radishes with a drizzle of olive oil and smoked salt.
Place the salmon on top of the radishes, skin down.
Pulse the walnuts in a grinder until finely ground.
In a medium bowl, whisk molasses, anise seed, and salt to create a smooth glaze. Stir in the ground walnuts to form a thick paste.
Spoon the paste over the salmon, distributing it evenly.
Bake uncovered for 15 minutes or until the salmon easily flakes away when tested with a fork.
Place on serving plates and sprinkle with cilantro.
Serve right away.