Fish and Shellfish: Fish Dishes: Lemon and Fennel Salmon Steaks

Incorporate the fresh taste of fennel into your cooking with this delicious, easy-to-make recipe.

Author: Family Health Network
Date: November 15, 2007

Serves: 4 person(s)

Preparation Time: 5 mins
Cooking Time: 10 mins
Extra Time: 2 hrs (for marinating)

Ingredients:

1 lemon, juiced
2 tsp olive oil
3 Tbsp chopped, fresh fennel fronds
1 tsp fennel seeds
4 salmon steaks
1 dash each of salt and pepper
4 lemon wedges or slices (to garnish)

Directions:

Combine the lemon juice and olive oil in a bowl, and combine with the fennel fronds and seeds. Pour the mixture over the salmon steaks, covering them generously with the marinade. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place in the fridge for two hours.

Spray a non-stick frying pan with cooking spray. Lightly fry the salmon for three to four minutes on each side or until cooked to your liking. Serve with the lemon wedges.

Variations:

Grill or barbecue the salmon steaks. Serve with your choice of steamed vegetables or salad.

Serving suggestions are not included in the nutritional analysis.