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Tandoori Salmon with Charred Broccolini & Cilantro-Lime Butter

Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Tandoori Salmon with Charred Broccolini & Cilantro-Lime Butter

Aromatic Indian-spiced salmon with a yogurt-based tandoori marinade, seared until crispy and served alongside charred broccolini. Finished with a bright cilantro-lime compound butter that adds richness and fresh acidity, a sophisticated fusion of Indian flavors with elegant plating.

Ingredients

  • 4 fillets salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin-on, patted dry
  • 1/2 cup full-fat Greek yogurt, plain, unsweetened
  • 2 1/2 tbsp tandoori spice blend, paprika, cumin, coriander, turmeric, ginger, garlic
  • 2 tbsp lime juice, fresh
  • 1 tbsp ginger, minced, fresh
  • 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 1/2 lbs broccolini, trimmed
  • 4 tbsp ghee or avocado oil, divided for cooking
  • 4 tbsp butter, unsalted, for compound butter
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Make cilantro-lime compound butter: Mix softened butter with chopped cilantro, 1 tbsp lime juice, pinch of salt. Form into a log with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to use (can be made 2 days ahead).

  2. 2

    Prepare tandoori marinade: Whisk together Greek yogurt, tandoori spice blend, minced ginger, garlic, 1 tbsp lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

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