Colombo Dusted Salmon

In my kitchen, I blend spices unique to Northern Africa, the Caribbean, South America and the Low Country to add new excitement to familiar foods. Colombo Dust is one of my favorite spice blends, and it turns salmon into mouthwatering magic.

Serves 4

4 tb canola oil
¼ cup cumin seeds
2 tb coriander seeds
1 tb yellow mustard
1 tb whole cloves
1 tb red pepper flakes
5 tb ground turmeric
2 tb cinnamon
2 tb ground ginger
2 tb garam masala
1 ½ tp celery seeds
½ cup unsalted sunflower seeds
4 salmon portions 8 oz pcs

Mix spice mixture together. Dredge salmon in spice mixture. Place oil in sauté pan over medium heat. Place salmon in pan spice side down and cook for 3 to 5 minutes (depending on the thickness of the fish). Turn fish over and cook for another 3 to 5 minutes. Serve.

Note: I placed this salmon on a bed of spinach and kale tossed in some canola oil and balsamic. You can use any type of greens you wish to make this a light, healthy and quick dinner.