Ojai Ginger Lemon Salmon

Enjoy this wonderful fish on top of mixed greens or steamed vegetables.

Ingredients

Serves 2

Zest of 1 large lemon

2 tablespoons lemon juice

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided

2 tablespoons freshly grated gingerroot

1⁄2 teaspoon salt

1⁄2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Pinch cayenne pepper

2 (8-ounce) salmon fillets

Bake It

You can also bake this dish. Simply bake the fillets after marinating them. Pan-frying, however, does give them a crispy texture.

1. In a medium bowl add lemon zest.
2. To the same bowl, add the lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, ginger, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
3. In a plastic bag or airtight container, add the salmon fillets and pour in the marinade.
4. Put in the refrigerator and let marinate for 3–4 hours, or if you prefer, overnight.
5. In a large frying pan over medium heat, heat up 1 tablespoon olive oil.
6. Place the salmon fillets flesh-side down in the pan and cook for 4–5 minutes.
7. Flip to the skin side and cook for 3–4 minutes until the skin is crispy.
8. Serve on a bed of your favorite salad.