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Maple Dijon Salmon

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp maple syrup
  • ΒΌ cup dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic - minced
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes - adjust to your preferred spice level
  • 2 4- oz. salmon filets - skin on
  • salt and fresh cracked pepper - to taste
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions

  • Pat salmon dry and season liberally on both sides with salt and freshly cracked pepper.
  • Preheat cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and allow oil to heat fully.
  • Place salmon filets, skin side up, in hot oil. Allow to cook for about 3 min or flesh is crispy and a deep golden brown.
  • In the meantime, whisk together garlic, dijon mustard, maple syrup, water, and red pepper flakes.
  • Flip salmon and sauce to pan. Add butter, and baste salmon with a spoon another 3-4 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with a fork. Serve warm with sauce spooned over salmon.