Pecan Crusted Salmon Our Favorite Way To Make Salmon

Indulge in a delicious dish that never fails to impress: this Pecan Crusted Salmon. Perfectly sweet and savory and boasting a tender, flaky texture, it has secured its spot as one of my all-time favorite ways to prepare salmon. The secret lies in its irresistible sweet and crunchy crust, crafted from a delightful blend of pecans and brown sugar. The incredible taste is complemented by the numerous health benefits of salmon, making it a nourishing choice that satisfies both your palate and well-being. Prepare to be amazed by this perfect combination of taste, texture, and wholesome goodness.

Pecan-Crusted Salmon Ingredients

Salmon – Find a large fresh salmon that you can cut into even slices. The portions may be different variations when cooking. Make sure to watch them as they are baking. I like to skin the salmon ahead of time. You can either leave the skin on or peel it off. Milk – This is like a marinade for the salmon. It will make the salmon tender and give it that flakey texture when cooked. Pecans – Finely chopped pecans can either be purchased in a bag or use a food processor to help chop them into smaller pieces. Flour – This will coat the milky salmon giving it a thin layer for crispiness. Brown sugar – Added for sweetness and combines well with pecans for flavor. Seasoning Salt – The seasoning salt adds a little savory to balance out the sweet. Vegetable oil – Warm up for pan-frying the salmon before baking. This gives it a rich color with a crispy outside. We usually serve some lemon wedges on the side as well.

How to Make Pecan Crusted Salmon

This salmon doesn’t take long to bake. It is a simple dinner that comes together quickly and bakes in the oven for 3-4 minutes long. It is a quick and easy salmon dinner everyone loves!

Health Benefits of Salmon

You definitely don’t have to talk me into eating salmon. However, I was even MORE on board with salmon when I heard all of the health benefits of eating it! Salmon is so rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Omega 3 fatty acids have TONS of health benefits. They reduce inflammation in your body, lower your triglycerides, and help lower your cholesterol! You should seriously consider adding more salmon to your diet.

Tips for Making Pecan-Crusted Salmon

Cooking salmon in the oven is the easiest way to have a fancy dinner with minimal effort! Salmon cooks really quickly in the oven, so make sure you watch it carefully.

Size – Salmon fillets can come in a variety of thicknesses, so the cooking time will vary a little. Cook time – A standard rule of thumb to follow is 4-6 minutes for every half-inch of thickness. Most fillets are about one inch thick in the thickest part, start checking around eight minutes. Flakes – When the fish starts to flake easily with a fork and the flesh looks opaque, your salmon is ready! Perfect crust – As far as the crust goes, don’t skip the milk step! It will make the batter stick to the fish so much better. Cast Iron Skillet – Use a cast iron skillet to easily transfer the salmon from the stovetop to the oven. No need for baking sheets.

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Other Salmon Recipes to Try

If you love salmon and the health benefits it gives, try some of our other favorite recipes! These are all full of the rich flavor that salmon has to offer with a variation of dinners. They are all delicious and nutritious!