Super Salmon !!

There is nothing like a nice unadulterated taste of salmon seasoned with just a little salt pepper and lemon juice! 

Last night I made Salmon, stir fry vegetables on the side and some nice Focaccia  served with an olive oil + garlic dip. And this makes for a nice romantic dinner for two when served with Pinot Noir and some jazz playing in the background!

You need:

Salmon steak/ fillet – 2 nos.

Salt – to taste

Pepper – to taste 

Lemon juice – 1 tsp

Extra virgin olive oil – 1 Tbsp

Lemon wedges – 2

Vegetables – Anything of your choice like carrots, beans, snow peas, broccoli, cauliflowers, cherry tomatoes etc. 

1. Sprinkle a pinch of salt, pepper and a lemon juice on both sides of the salmon steaks and let it soak in the flavor for 10-15 min. Don't keep it for more than 15 min as the salt and lemon juice will start cooking the fish and it will not be as juicy.
2. Once ready, heat oil in a heavy bottom non-stick pan. 
3. Gently place the salmon steaks on the pan. Grill for 2 min each side, without covering.  
4. Remove immediately. 
5. In the same pan, with the remaining oil, pan fry the vegetable on a high heat. Just sprinkle salt and pepper. 
6. Serve the salmon and vegetables with a lemon wedge. You can also serve it with any dip of your choice. I prefer making mine, by mixing 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 grated garlic, dried/ fresh oregano and basil.

*You can also pair the salmon with oven roasted vegetables if you wish to.