Pecan-crusted Salmon with Bacon Fat Maple Glaze
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
258 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Pecan-crusted Salmon with Bacon Fat Maple Glaze
Description
The Pecan-crusted Salmon with Bacon Fat Maple Glaze recipe begins by seasoning fresh salmon filets with salt and pepper, then coating them with a mixture of panko breadcrumbs, chopped pecans, and chopped parsley. This crust provides a crisp texture and nuttiness once pan-fried briefly to brown the coating and seal in the moisture. After searing, the salmon finishes cooking in a hot oven to ensure it is cooked through without drying out.
The glaze combines rendered bacon fat with maple syrup for a sweet and smoky finish that pairs well with the richness of salmon and the crunch of the pecan crust. The glaze is gently simmered before being drizzled over the hot fish. The combination of textures includes a crunchy exterior, tender interior salmon, and a sticky, flavorful glaze.
Serve this salmon as a main course accompanied by fresh herbs and toasted pecans for garnish. The richness complements simple side dishes like steamed vegetables, rice, or a light salad. The combination of nut crust and bacon-maple glaze gives the salmon a layered taste experience distinct from plain preparations.
Ingredients
- 4-6 ounce salmon fresh filets
- salt freshly ground
- black pepper freshly ground
- 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup pecans chopped
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped, fresh
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil add more as needed, for frying
- For the Bacon Fat Maple Glaze:
- 3 tablespoons bacon fat
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup (not pure maple syrup, we want the added sweetness)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Lightly rub or spray the salmon filets with some olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Combine the panko breadcrumbs, pecans and parsley in a bowl and spread the mixture out on a flat wide plate. Roll each salmon filet in the mixture and sprinkle some extra on top. Spray each breaded filet with some olive oil.
- Heat the oil in a non-stick frying pan and fry the filets on each side for 1-2 minutes, starting with the skin side up.
- Transfer the filets to a baking dish and bake for another 8-10 minutes or until done.
- While the salmon is baking make the glaze: Melt the bacon fat in a small saucepan followed by the maple syrup. Simmer for about 2 minutes, be careful not to let it burn.
- Serve the salmon immediately drizzled with some of the glaze and garnished with some fresh parsley and toasted pecans.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 258 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1salmon filet | |
| Calories | 258kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 25mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 67mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 230mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 170IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2.6mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 38mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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