Jerk Spiced King Salmon with Mofongo

by S Fish January 15, 2018

King Salmon is rubbed with warm, Jerk spices and baked to perfection on a sheet pan. Paired with mofongo (mashed plantains) for a flavorful and balanced meal!

Prep Time: 10 minutes 

Cook Time: 15 minutes 

Yield: 2 servings 

Ingredients 

• 2 king salmon filets 
• 2 large plantains, ripe 
• 2 tbsp. dairy free milk 
• 1 tbsp. ghee 
• 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil  
• 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes 
• 1 tsp dried parsley 
• ½ tsp garlic powder 
• ¼ tsp coriander 
• ½ tsp cinnamon 
• ½ tsp paprika 
• salt & pepper to taste 

How to Make It

1. Preheat the oven to 350 F. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.  
2. Slice the plantains and place in a boiling pot of water. Boil 10 minutes, or until tender. Drain the plantains and set aside. 
3. Prepare the salmon by patting dry with paper towels. 
4. Combine half the crushed red pepper and parsley with the remaining seasonings in a bowl.  
5. Drizzle each filet with extra virgin olive oil then sprinkle half the seasoning onto each filet, and rub it in using your hands.  
6. Transfer the salmon to the prepared baking sheet.  
7. Bake at 350 F 10-12 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through. 
8. While the salmon bakes, add the plantains to a blender with milk, ghee, salt and remaining crushed red peppers and parsley. Combine until smooth. 
9. Serve salmon with the mashed plantains (mofongo). 

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