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Spiced Baked Salmon - Pomegranate Raita

Published: Nov 10, 2016 · Modified: Jun 11, 2021 by Colleen 2 Comments

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This Spiced Baked Salmon is rubbed with an Indian inspired spice rub. I marinated the salmon in the fridge for a few hours and baked it. You can also do this on a grill. Pomegranate raita is a perfect foil to cool off the spice. The tart sweetness of pomegranate and freshness of mint are delicious together.

Spicy Baked Salmon Pomegranate
 

What is Raita?

In case you are wondering what raita is, it's a simple yogurt-based dip. Raita is a traditional accompaniment to eat with spicy foods to cool the palate. For this one, I'm using mint, cilantro, and lemon juice. And, for a tart, sweet little twist, pomegranate seeds.

Baked fillet of salmon rubbed in spices with a sprig of mint and a small dish of raita

Sustainable Salmon

When we buy salmon, (or any seafood), we always look for the OceanWise or Marine Stewardship Council label to ensure that what we're buying is sustainably sourced. Check out that link to get more information about where your seafood comes from and to help you make sustainable choices.

Wild BC Sockeye is always my choice when buying salmon. The harvest method for this fish is environmentally sound. And the flavour, colour, and nutritional benefits are superior to farmed fish. But it doesn't matter where you live, you can always find a sustainable choice when buying salmon.

A baked salmon fillet on a tray

Can you cook Spiced Baked Salmon on a Grill?

You absolutely can use a grill to make this recipe. Your grill should be at around 400°. Lightly oil the grill, and put the fillet skin side down on the grill. If your grill has a lid, you can cook it just as you would in the oven. If your grill does not have a lid, cook, skin side down, for 10 minutes. Turn, and cook for a further 6-8 minutes.

A cut piece of baked salmon on a tray with a knife and fork

Can You Use This Spice Rub with Other Fish?

You can swap out the salmon for any other firm-fleshed fish. Some good choices are Arctic Char, Steelhead Trout, or Halibut. In addition, it's delicious on chicken or pork. You'll have extra spice rub after making this recipe.

If you want to take a shortcut, you can use a packaged garam masala spice mix instead of making the spice rub yourself. It won't be exactly the same, but you'll still get the same effect. You can also make your own to have on hand with this version of Homemade Garam Masala.

A piece of fish on a cutting board with half of a pomegranate

More Salmon Recipes

If you're looking for more ways with salmon, check out Fettuccine Alfredo with Salmon, Alder Planked Salmon, or Spinach & Salmon Pasta. Try it in the air fryer: Air Fryer Salmon And if after making this recipe, you have leftover salmon, use it up with Salmon Cakes, or Sriracha Salmon Quesadillas.

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Spiced Baked Salmon with Pomegranate Raita

Spiced Baked Salmon – Pomegranate Raita

An Indian spiced baked salmon served with a cooling pomegranate mint raita makes an easy and delicious dinner option.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Diet: Gluten Free
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 243kcal
Author: Colleen Milne

Ingredients

Spiced Rubbed Salmon

  • 1 teaspoon fennel seed
  • 1 teaspoon cardamom seed
  • 1 teaspoon coriander seed
  • 2 whole cloves
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon peppercorns
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes.
  • 1 lb salmon fillet skin on
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Pomegranate Raita

  • ½ cup plain Greek or Balkan style yogurt
  • 2 tablespoon chopped mint
  • 2 tablespoon chopped cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • ½ cup pomegranate seeds
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Instructions

  • Using a mortar & pestle, or a spice grinder, combine fennel, cardamom, coriander, cloves, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, peppercorns & red pepper flakes and grind to a powder.
  • Rub spice mixture over the salmon fillet.
  • Cover fillet in plastic wrap and refrigerate 5-6 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 400°
  • Put salmon fillet on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Bake in the center of the oven for 20 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork and the spice rub forms a crust.
  • In a small bowl, combine yogurt, mint, cilantro, salt, lemon juice and pomegranate seeds.
  • Serve salmon hot, with raita.

Notes

Prep time indicated does not include marinating time.
Ovens, and grills vary in temperature, so check your fish after 15 minutes. It should flake easily with a fork, but still be moist looking and pink.
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 243kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 650mg | Potassium: 635mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 465IU | Vitamin C: 2.8mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 1.6mg
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  1. Elaine @Flavour and Savour

    November 14, 2016 at 8:49 am

    Wow! Pinning!

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    • Colleen

      November 14, 2016 at 10:33 am

      Thanks Elaine!

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