We catch a LOT of salmon up here in Alaska, our freezers are full. Being an Alaskan Blogger I would be remiss in not sharing our this recipe for Spicy Alaska Salmon for Tacos. Enjoy this new spin on Alaska Salmon.
1 1/4poundsalmon fillet or pieces to make 1 1/4 poundspartially frozen works great
1/2teaspoonground cumin
3/4teaspoonblack pepper
1 1/2teaspoonssmoked paprika
1/2teaspoonchili powder
1teaspoonchipotle powder
1/2teaspoonjalapeno powder
1teaspoongarlic granules
salt
2teaspoonscooking oil
Instructions
use a sharp fillet knife to remove the salmon from the skin-- To do this slice down through the salmon, then before you hit the skin turn the knife sideways and slide it away from you along skin, repeat until the skin is completely removed
while you're skinning the salmon make sure to feel for bones and remove any that you feel, you don't want a surprise pin bone showing up
cut the salmon in about one inch cubes, smaller or bigger are fine
place in a plastic bag or a shallow bowl
mix dry spices cumin through garlic in a small bowl, toss with the salmon to coat
let rest for at least 20 minutes
prep your tortillas and fillings during this time
when you're ready to get cooking heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a 10 inch skillet over medium heat
swirl to coat the bottom
add half the salmon, let it sear for a 1-2 minutes, then carefully turn it over and cook for 1-2 minutes turning carefully as needed to cook through--do not cook for longer than 5 minutes or it will begin to flake and fall apart, you're going for cubes here
remove to a serving dish, sprinkle with a pinch of salt and repeat with the remaining salmon