Pan Seared Salmon with Pumpkin Seed-Cilantro Pesto
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when saucing, spoon a small amount on fish and let it drizzle onto plate. put some of the nuts around the plate. The cilantro and pumpkin seeds put a new twist on pesto.
"Very unusual and delicate flavor. My family loved it! It makes a large amount and I only used about half for the servings. Mixed the leftovers 2 to 1 with sour cream. Even yummier!"
- LisabaiCuisine: SouthwesternMain Ingredient: Salmon
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Ingredients
Pan Seared Salmon with Pumpkin Seed-Cilantro Pesto Preparation
Heat 1 tbs oil in skillet over med-high.Add pumpkin seeds , saute 2 min till they begin to brown and pop.Drain on paper towels.
Pulse 6 tbs pumpkin seeds, cilantro, coriander seeds, and garlic in processor till coarsely chopped. With machine running gradually add 1 tbs lime juice, 1/8 c of oil, then 1/4 c water, blend to coarse puree. Season with S, P, more lime juice if desired.
Heat 1 tbs oil in same skillet over med. Season fish. Cook till just opaque in center, 3-4 min per side. Put on places, spoon pesto over, garnish with remaining seeds, serve with lime wedge.
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Very unusual and delicate flavor. My family loved it! It makes a large amount and I only used about half for the servings. Mixed the leftovers 2 to 1 with sour cream. Even yummier!
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