Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 tbsp ghee
  • 4 - 6oz salmon fillets
  • Sprinkle of salt and pepper
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp chipotle powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp coconut aminos

Instruction

  • Add all the ingredients listed under "Maple Walnut Crust" to a small mixing bowl and stir until well combined.
  • Place your salmon fillets on a plate and spoon the mixture over each piece of fish, distributing it as evenly as you can. Place in the refrigerator, uncovered, for 2 to 3 hours.
  • Preheat your oven to 425°F
  • Melt the ghee in a large oven-safeskillet set over high heat. When your pan is nice and hot, add the pieces of fish and let them cook undisturbed for about 2 minutes, to sear the skin nice and good.
  • Transfer the pan to the oven and continue cooking the fish for about 5-8 minutes, depending on desired doneness and thickness of the fillets.
  • Drizzle with a little bit of melted ghee and additional maple syrup at the moment of serving, if desired.