Chipotle Salmon

With the abundance of fish at my fingertips this summer, I've kept my eyes open for new ideas and recipes to try. I found this recipe at Aggie's Kitchen and couldn't wait to try it. It was even better than I expected. After barely an hour in the marinade, the salmon was incredibly flavorful. The chipotle flavor was present, without any real heat. The lime kept it fresh and light. This is delicious with both the Chipotle Lime Rice and the Chili Lime Corn on the Cob.

Chipotle Lime Salmon
recipe slightly adapted from Aggie's Kitchen
Yield: Serves 4-5 depending on the size of the steaks

4 salmon steaks, large or small, I used 1 1/2 lbs of salmon
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lime juice, about 2 limes worth
1 tablespoon sauce from canned chipotle peppers
4 large garlic cloves, minced
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
additional lime wedges, for serving
Optional: minced fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish

In a small bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, lime juice, chipotle sauce, garlic, allspice, cinnamon, cumin, salt and pepper. Whisk or shake to combine and then pour over the salmon in a flat baking dish. Turn the salmon to make sure it is coated and then cover and place back in the refrigerator. Let it marinate for no more than 1 hour.

After 45 minutes, preheat the broiler and set one oven rack about 6 inches from the top of the oven. Remove the salmon from the refrigerator and let it warm slightly on the counter-top while the oven is heating. Transfer the salmon to a large baking sheet or broiler pan and cook for 3 minutes scale side up. Then flip over and cook another 3 minutes, until cooked through. You might need an additional minute or two, but you shouldn't need more than that. Serve with lime wedges. Enjoy!

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