A Hint of Spice

Salmon is delicious with exceptional nutritional value found in few other foods (omega 3 fatty acids), the lovely pink-hued salmon can be served in a variety of ways and is always a favorite among fish lovers.
Salmon is low in calories and saturated fat, yet high in protein, and a unique type of health-promoting fat, the omega-3 essential fatty acids. As their name implies, essential fatty acids are essential for human health but because they cannot be made by the body, they must be obtained from foods. Fish contain a type of essential fatty acid called the omega-3 fatty acids. . In addition to being an excellent source of omega-3s, salmon are an excellent source of selenium, a very good source of protein, niacin and vitamin B12, and a good source of phosphorus, magnesium and vitamin B6.
Pan searing salmon is one of the easiest way to make salmon.Also it's very healthy way to retain all the nutrients.

Ingredients
2 Salmon fillet
Salt
Black Pepper
Italian Seasonings
3 tablespoon Lemon Juice

Directions
1.Using a fork poke the salmon steaks.
2.Marinate the Salmon Fillet in lemon juice,salt and black pepper for 30 minutes.
3.Spray a Non stick pan with Canola Oil spray and preheat for 2 minutes.
4.Sprinkle Italian seasonings on both sides of the salmon steak and let it cook in the non stick pan on both sides.
5.You can also use a indoor grill for grilling the salmon.
'njoy!!!

Serving suggestions:-Serve with Sweet Corn & Black Bean Salad or Spring Salad

Recently we have been making a conscious effort to increase our intake of whole wheat products in one form or another.....although being Indian and that too from North India we do eat whole wheat chapatis everyday.But to incorporate whole wheat or whole grains in other cuisines.So when I wanted to make this dish I bought Wheat noodles and believe me the taste increases multifold.

Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked wheat noodles
3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
2 teaspoons sesame oil (optional)
1 teaspoon hot sauce
2 teaspoons peanut oil /vegetable oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 pound medium shrimp , peeled and deveined
1/4 cup dry roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup chopped scallions
Chopped cilantro leaves, for garnish, optional

Directions

1.Cook noodles according to package directions.

2.Always cook wheat noodles in plenty of boiling water. Some Asian cooks recommend cooking them until they're al dente (cooked through, but still firm), while others suggest cooking them a bit longer to make them softer. Rinse the noodles in cold water after they're done and let them drain.

3.Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, combine chicken broth, soy sauce, peanut butter, sesame oil, and hot sauce.

4.Whisk until blended and set pan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer. Simmer 10 minutes.
5.Heat peanut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

6.Add ginger and garlic and saute 2 minutes.

7.Add bell pepper and saute 2 minutes.

8.Add shrimp and saute 2 minutes.

9.Add 1 cup of the peanut sauce sauce and simmer 2 minutes, until shrimp are bright pink and cooked through.

10.Drain noodles and add to shrimp mixture. Toss to combine.

11.Transfer noodle mixture to 4 individual plates and top each serving with peanuts, scallions and cilantro, if desired.

12.Reserve remaining peanut sauce for additional meals or if you want to add more to this meal.Infact this peanut sauce goes well with spring rolls and egg rolls too.