Dive into the flavors of this delightful keto recipe that combines rich salmon with the crunch of a sesame crust, served alongside perfectly sautéed green beans and earthy oyster mushrooms. This dish not only meets your keto goals, but it's also brimming with flavors and textures that will leave you wanting more.
Ingredients
🐟 4 salmon fillets, use your preferred brand
🌿 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, e.g., Bob's Red Mill
🧂 1 teaspoon Himalayan pink salt, e.g., Sherpa Pink
🍋 1 tablespoon lemon juice, e.g., ReaLemon
🚰 2 tablespoons olive oil, e.g., California Olive Ranch
🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced, e.g., Spice World
🥗 200g green beans, trimmed
🍄 150g oyster mushrooms, sliced
💧 2 tablespoons water
🌱 1 tablespoon capers, e.g., Mezzetta
🌰 1 tablespoon pine nuts, e.g., NOW Foods
Instructions
1- Prep the Salmon:
- Rinse and pat dry the salmon fillets.
- Rub them with lemon juice.
- Sprinkle with Himalayan pink salt.
- Coat each fillet with sesame seeds, pressing gently to ensure they stick.
2- Cook the Salmon:
- Heat a non-stick frying pan to medium heat, e.g., T-fal E93808 Professional Total Nonstick Fry Pan.
- Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Once hot, place the salmon fillets in the pan with the sesame side down.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until the salmon is cooked through and the sesame seeds are golden.
- Remove from the pan and set aside.
3- Sauté the Vegetables:
- In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the green beans and sauté for another 2 minutes.
- Add the oyster mushrooms and capers, and continue to cook for 3-4 minutes.
4- Steam the Vegetables:
- Add 2 tablespoons of water to the pan.
- Cover and let the vegetables steam for 2 minutes or until they are tender but still crisp.
5- Finish and Serve:
- Uncover the pan.
- Sprinkle the pine nuts over the vegetable mixture and stir well.
- Plate the vegetables alongside the cooked sesame-crusted salmon and serve immediately.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 450
Proteins: 30g
Fats: 35g
Carbohydrates: 7g
Equipment:
- Non-stick frying pan, e.g., T-fal E93808 Professional Total Nonstick Fry Pan
- Spatula
- Measuring spoons
Cooking Tips
- Make sure to pat the salmon dry before crusting it with sesame seeds to ensure maximum adherence.
- Adjust the seasoning by adding more lemon juice or capers according to taste preferences.
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