Grilled Salmon with Spice Rub

I bet you thought after looking at my blog recently that I had exhausted salmon recipes for the summer. With fresh Alaskan salmon still available, no way. Here is an easy one to make for the family in just minutes. Although chilli powder is one of the spices used, it is not hot and actually cumin predominates. My husband from North Africa loves that and this recipe.

Serves around 4




Ingredients:

2 Tablespoons sweet paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons chilli powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper

One salmon fillet, 1 lb. 4 oz, 600g or larger
One Tablespoon oil
Samphire, limes, lemons (optional)

Mix the spices in a small bowl.

Turn on the grill or light the barbecue.

Line the kitchen grill pan with foil or thoroughly rub the barbecue wire rack with oil before grilling.

Rub the flesh side of the salmon fillet with the spice mixture; drizzle with a Tablespoon of oil.
Either way of cooking, grill for about 6 minutes spice side up; turn and grill for another 5-6 minutes. Grilling time depends on the thickness of the fillet. If possible, cover when using the barbecue.
Use of Samphire makes a lovely tasty garnish as you can see. Lime or lemon wedges are also nice.

© Judy Labi 2013