FIVE SPICE SALMON

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From the South Beach Diet's "Daily Dish" (Phase 1). Sometimes in life we want subtle, but other times we long to be overwhelmed. In the creation of five-spice powder, the Chinese gave us that chance. With fennel, cloves, cinnamon, star anise, and Szechuan peppercorns, we get to taste sour, bitter, sweet, pungent, and salty all at once. If you've never tried five-spice powder before, you might want to halve the amount, or your taste buds might just blow a fuse!

Provided by WendyMaq

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 teaspoons lime peel, finely grated
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
4 teaspoons fresh ginger, finely chopped
1 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
1/2 teaspoon sugar substitute
1 lb salmon steak, cut into 4 equal pieces
8 cups baby spinach leaves
2 garlic cloves, pressed

Steps:

  • In a 2-quart dish, combine the lime peel, lime juice, 1 teaspoon of the oil, ginger, five-spice powder, and sugar substitute. Add the salmon and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • In a 3-quart microwavable dish, combine spinach, garlic, and remaining 1 teaspoon oil, tossing gently. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave for 2 minutes, or until the spinach has wilted. Drain and keep warm.
  • Lightly oil a grill rack. Preheat the grill to medium-high.
  • Remove the salmon from the marinade and place on the grill rack. Brush the salmon with additional marinade. Close the grill cover and cook for 4 minutes. Open the grill cover, turn the salmon, and brush with marinade. Close the cover and cook for 4 minutes longer, or until the salmon flakes easily. Discard any remaining marinade.
  • To serve, evenly divide the spinach among 4 serving plates and center the salmon on the spinach beds.

Ben Wells-Day
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This was an excellent recipe! The salmon was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Devin Stasiak
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This recipe is a great way to change up your salmon routine. The five-spice blend gives it a unique and flavorful crust, and the maple syrup glaze adds a touch of sweetness that really makes it shine. I served it with roasted vegetables and rice, and


TRUST LOOKING
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I'm not a big fan of salmon, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The five-spice blend really elevates the flavor of the salmon, and the maple syrup glaze adds a touch of sweetness that I really enjoyed. I'll definitely be mak


Hsdhd Hshdg
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's just a matter of personal preference. Otherwise, it was a well-written recipe that produced delicious results.


Zeeshan Sheikh
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The salmon is always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is so flavorful. I love serving it with roasted vegetables and rice.


Azuine Victoria
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This salmon recipe is a keeper! The five-spice blend gives it a wonderful flavor, and the maple syrup glaze adds a touch of sweetness that really makes it shine. I served it with roasted vegetables and rice, and it was a meal that everyone loved.


Dounetainri Joseph
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I was pleasantly surprised by how well this recipe turned out. The salmon was moist and flaky, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I'll definitely be adding this recipe to my regular rotation.


george villanueva
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This recipe was easy to follow and produced delicious results. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I served it with roasted potatoes and asparagus, and it was a meal that everyone enjoyed.


Sa Shakawth
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I'm not usually a fan of salmon, but this recipe changed my mind. The five-spice blend was the perfect complement to the fish, and the maple syrup glaze added a touch of sweetness that balanced out the savoriness of the salmon. I'll definitely be mak


Stephenie Blackmon
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This salmon recipe was a real winner! The five-spice blend gave it a unique and flavorful crust, while the flesh remained moist and tender. I served it with roasted vegetables and jasmine rice, and it was a hit with my family.