Ojai Ginger Lemon Salmon

Name: Ojai Ginger Lemon Salmon
Total time: 195 min
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. grated lemon zest; 2 Tbsp. lemon juice; 3 Tbsp. olive oil, divided; 2 Tbsp. grated ginger; 1⁄2 tsp. coarse salt; 1⁄2 tsp. ground black pepper; 1⁄8 tsp. cayenne pepper; 2 salmon fillets (8 oz. each)

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Enjoy this wonderful fish on top of mixed greens or steamed vegetables. You can also bake this dish. Simply bake the fillets after marinating them. Pan-frying, however, does give them a crispy texture.

Serves: 2Hands-on: 15 minutesTotal: 3 hours 15 minutesDifficulty: Easy

Serves: 2

Ingredients

1 Tbsp. grated lemon zest
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
3 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
2 Tbsp. grated ginger
1⁄2 tsp. coarse salt
1⁄2 tsp. ground black pepper
1⁄8 tsp. cayenne pepper
2 salmon fillets (8 oz. each)

Directions

Step 1
In a medium bowl combine lemon zest, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, ginger, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
Step 2
Place salmon fillets in a plastic bag or airtight container, and pour in marinade. Put in the refrigerator and marinate for 3 to 4 hours, or if you prefer, overnight.
Step 3
In a large frying pan over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil.
Step 4
Place salmon fillets flesh-side down in the pan and cook for 4 to 5 minutes.
Step 5
Flip fillets and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until skin is crispy.