Ingredients

720 g salmon steaks
6 tablespoons ketjap manis
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon ginger , finely grated
1 garlic clove , chopped
1 shallot , chopped
1 teaspoon lime juice
1 tablespoon lime zest
1 tablespoon sambal oelek
75 ml ketjap manis
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 cloves
1 cinnamon stick
2 tablespoons tamarind juice
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons palm sugar
2 teaspoons fish sauce or 2 teaspoons light soy sauce
1 teaspoon peanut oil
1/2 pineapple , diced
1/2 cucumber , deseeded and julienned
1 red chile , deseeded and julienned
2 tablespoons slice shallots
2 tablespoons crushed peanuts
1/2 avocado , diced
1/4 cup chopped basil leaves
1/4 cup chopped mint leaf
Kecap Manis Glazed Salmon With Pineapple Salad and Tamarind Dressing is a flavorful and healthy seafood dish that's perfect for a summer dine-in. The combination of sweet and tangy flavors in the dish will give you a refreshing taste. This Indonesian-inspired recipe takes advantage of the umami-rich flavor of ketjap manis to create a flavorful glaze for the salmon, which is contrasted perfectly by the tangy tamarind dressing. The pineapple salad adds a refreshing crunch that helps to balance the richness of the salmon, making this a perfect summer dish.

Instructions

1.Combine ketjap manis, vegetable oil, ginger, garlic, shallot, lime juice, and lime zest in a large bowl.
2.Add salmon; toss to coat.
3.Whisk together sambal oelek, ketjap manis, white vinegar, brown sugar, cloves, cinnamon stick, tamarind juice, lime juice, palm sugar, and fish sauce in a small bowl.
4.Heat a grill pan over high heat.
5.Add peanut oil and salmon; cook until browned and caramelized (about 4 minutes on each side).
6.Combine pineapple, cucumber, red chile, shallots, peanuts, avocado, basil leaves, and mint leaf in a bowl; toss to combine.
7.Drizzle the tamarind dressing over the salad.
8.Serve salmon on a bed of salad.

PROS

This salmon dish is packed with protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin D.

The pineapple salad is a refreshing contrast to the richness of the salmon, while the tamarind dressing adds a tangy sweetness.

CONS

Salmon is a relatively expensive ingredient.

This recipe requires a grill pan, which not everyone may have access to.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Salmon is a great source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin D, which can help to reduce inflammation, protect heart health, and support brain function.
Pineapple is rich in vitamin C and bromelain, which can help to boost immunity and aid in digestion.
Tamarind has been linked to reducing blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

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