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Alaska Salmon Tacos.
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Salmon Tacos

Really the name of this recipe should be Alaska Salmon FOR Tacos not Alaska Salmon Tacos because in the end whatever else you make your tacos WITH beyond the salmon is up to you.
Course: Lunch, Main Dish
Cuisine: Alaskan, American
Servings: 12 tacos
Author: Laura

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pound salmon fillet or pieces to make 1 1/4 pounds*partially frozen makes easier cutting!
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder go hot with chipotle or use a mild if you prefer
  • 1 teaspoon garlic granules
  • 2 teaspoons cooking oil I used olive oil use what you prefer
  • 3 pinches salt

Instructions

  • use a sharp fillet knife to remove the salmon from the skin, 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 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
  • serve with your desired toppings and tortillas