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Pecan salmon garnished with a lemon slice on a plate with rice and salad.
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Pecan Crusted Salmon

A pecan topping gives this Pecan Crusted Salmon a sweet and savory crust while the fish is tender and flakey. It is a delicious way to prepare baked salmon!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Seafood
Servings: 6
Calories: 472kcal
Author: Emily Walker

Ingredients

  • 1 large salmon cut into portion sized sections
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup flour We use Wondra flour or all-purpose white flour
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon seasoning salt We like to use Lawry's
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • vegetable oil

Instructions

  • Put salmon and milk in a zip loc bag or other container for 10 min. Take out salmon and discard milk. 
    Glass baking dish with pieces of salmon and milk.
  • Combine all dry ingredients in a shallow bowl or pie plate.
    Glass bowl with crushed pecans, brown sugar, wondra and seasonings.
  • Completely coat each salmon piece in the dry mixture.
    Piece of salmon coated with pecan mixture in a shallow glass dish.
  • Place oil in a frying pan on med-high heat. Brown both sides (about 2-3 min each side).
    Skillet with grilled pecan Salmon piece and spatula on the side.
  • Place salmon on a cookie sheet lined with non-stick cooking spray and bake at 400 degrees for 8 to 10 min.
    Sheet pan with five pieces of Pecan Salmon.

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Notes

  • Do not skip the milk soak because it helps the coating stick and keeps the salmon moist.
  • Start checking for doneness at 8 minutes since salmon thickness can vary.
  • Salmon is done when it flakes easily and looks opaque in the center.
  • Finely chopped pecans work best for an even crust.
  • A cast iron skillet is great for this recipe if you have one.
  • Let the salmon rest briefly before serving to keep it juicy.

Nutrition

Calories: 472kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 686mg | Potassium: 450mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 161IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 135mg | Iron: 2mg