Jumping Fox's Spicy Seared Salmon
This dish features perfectly seared salmon with a vibrant, zesty mango salsa, offering a balance of heat, sweetness, and tang. It's a show-stopping main course that's quicker to prepare than it looks, perfect for a weeknight adventure.
Directions
- 1
Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- 2
Rub the spice mixture generously over both sides of the salmon fillets.
- 3
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 4
Carefully place salmon fillets, skin-side down if applicable, into the hot pan. Sear for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden.
- 5
Flip the salmon and cook for another 3-5 minutes, depending on thickness, until cooked through and flaky.
- 6
While the salmon cooks, prepare the mango salsa: In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, red onion, minced jalapeño, and chopped cilantro.
- 7
Pour lime juice and extra virgin olive oil over the salsa mixture. Gently toss to combine.
- 8
Taste and adjust seasoning for the salsa, adding more salt or lime juice if needed.
- 9
Serve the seared salmon immediately, topped generously with the fresh mango salsa.