Honey-Harissa Glazed Salmon with Crispy Chickpea Crunch
Main Course

Honey-Harissa Glazed Salmon with Crispy Chickpea Crunch

Experience the ultimate collision of textures and tastes with this Honey-Harissa Glazed Salmon. This dish bridges the gap between North African heat and modern culinary trends, offering a smoky, sweet, and spicy profile that dances on the palate. The...

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19 Min Prep

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11 Min Cook

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4 Servings

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Non-Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 salmon fillets (6oz each)
  • 2 tbsp harissa paste
  • 2 tbsp wildflower honey
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 can chickpeas (drained/dried)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 clove minced garlic
  • fresh cilantro for garnish
  • sea salt to taste

Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
In a small bowl, whisk together the harissa, honey, and a pinch of salt to create your glaze.
3
Toss the dried chickpeas with olive oil and smoked paprika on a parchment-lined baking sheet, roasting for 10 minutes.
4
Remove the sheet, push chickpeas to the side, and place salmon fillets in the center.
5
Brush the salmon generously with the harissa-honey glaze.
6
Bake for another 10-12 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
7
While baking, stir minced garlic into the Greek yogurt for a cooling base.
8
Serve the salmon atop a swoosh of garlicky yogurt, finished with a generous sprinkle of the crispy, spiced chickpeas and fresh cilantro.

Recipe Information

Cuisine
Modern Fusion Mediterranean
Course
Main Course
Diet
Non-Vegetarian
Total Time
30 mins

Recipe Time chart

Preparation Time

19 mins

Cooking Time

11 mins

Total Time

30 mins
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