Creamy Harissa Skillet Salmon

INGREDIENTS

Salmon
3 salmon filets, about 6 oz. each
1.5 tbsp olive or avocado oil
1 tsp paprika
salt to taste

Creamy harissa sauce
3/4 cup coconut cream from a can, make sure to get the thick part on the top
juice and zest of 1/2 a lime
1 tbsp harissa paste, can add a bit more to taste
1 tsp grated ginger
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp cumin, or more to taste
salt to taste
1 tbsp sliced green onion, optional

1. Prepare your sauce by combining coconut cream, salt, harissa paste, ginger, garlic powder and cumin in a small mixing bowl. Set aside.
2. Season salmon filets with paprika and salt.
3. Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium high heat.
4. Place salmon filets flesh side down in the skillet once it’s heated.
5. Let cook for 4 minutes, then gently flip.
6. Let cook about 2 more minutes.
7. Reduce heat to medium low and pour sauce in the skillet with the salmon.
8. Let cook 2-3 more minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakey. Use a spoon to keep mixing the sauce and pour some on the salmon so it absorbs the flavors.
9. Right before removing from heat add the lime juice and zest.
10. If adding sliced green onion, top it over salmon.
11. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Recipe Source: https://dashofmandi.com/creamy-harissa-salmon/

Note: If you don't have Harissa Paste on hand, then Sambal Oelek is perfect as a substitute since its solely chilies with a small amount of vinegar, water, and salt. It’s very neutral compared to harissa, so your recipe may not have the same spiced nuance. But if you dive into your own spice rack, you can layer in at least some of the harissa experience. Add garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, cayenne pepper, lemon juice, and caraway to sambal oelek (1/2 teaspoon per cup to start) until you reach the flavor profile you prefer.