Spice-Rubbed Salmon

Chili powder, cumin, and brown sugar make a sweet and savory rub for this grilled salmon main dish recipe.


Spice-Rubbed Salmon

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Servings: Makes 4 servings.
Total Time: 20 mins

 
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Ingredients
  • 2 tsp.
    chili powder
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  • 1 tsp.
    ground cumin
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  • 1 tsp.
    packed brown sugar
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  • 4 5-oz.
    skinless salmon fillets
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  • 1 small
    cabbage, cut in 6 wedges
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  • 2 to 3 Tbsp.
    cooking oil
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  • 1 large
    carrot
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    Orange wedges
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Directions
1.
In small bowl mix chili powder, cumin, brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Rub spice mixture on salmon. Brush cabbage wedges with 1 tablespoon of the oil.
2.
On charcoal grill, place salmon and cabbage on greased rack of uncovered grill, directly over medium coals. Grill salmon 4 to 6 minutes for each half-inch of thickness or until it flakes when tested with a fork, turning once halfway through cooking time. Grill cabbage 6 to 8 minutes, turning once.
3.
Meanwhile, peel carrot and cut in wide strips. Remove fish and cabbage from grill. Coarsely cut cabbage; combine with carrot and 1 to 2 tablespoons remaining oil. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with oranges. Makes 4 servings.

Nutrition information
Per serving: Calories 380, Total Fat 23 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Monounsaturated Fat 7 g, Polyunsaturated Fat 10 g, Cholesterol 84 mg, Sodium 284 mg, Carbohydrate 14 g, Total Sugar 8 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 31 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 122%, Calcium 10%, Iron 9%. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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