Looking for a flavorful, nutritious dish that brings together the savory richness of salmon and the earthy goodness of shiitake mushrooms? This Sesame Salmon with Shiitake Mushrooms and Pea Shoots is a perfect blend of Asian-inspired flavors with a vibrant, fresh touch. It’s an easy-to-make meal that is packed with protein, healthy fats, and greens, making it a delicious and balanced option for any dinner.
Sesame Salmon with Shiitake Mushrooms and Pea Shoots
Course: MainCuisine: Asian4
servings10
minutes15
minutes310
kcalIngredients
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
4 cups thinly sliced shiitake mushrooms (8 ounces)
4 boneless, skinless salmon fillets, preferably wild sockeye (5 ounces each; 1 inch thick)
Coarse salt to taste
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon black sesame seeds
1 1/3 cups fresh pea shoots (2 ounces)
Directions
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, ginger, and lemon juice.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of sesame oil over medium heat. Add the shiitake mushrooms and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and season with coarse salt. In the same skillet, heat the remaining sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add the salmon, cooking for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
- Drizzle the soy sauce mixture over the cooked salmon and sprinkle with black sesame seeds.
- Add the pea shoots and shiitake mushrooms back to the skillet for a minute to warm them through, then serve everything together.
Notes
- Nutrition Facts (per serving):
Fat: 16 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Cholesterol: 85 mg
Carbohydrates: 7 g
Fiber: 2 g
Sugars: 2 g
Protein: 33 g
Sodium: 520 mg
This Sesame Salmon with Shiitake Mushrooms and Pea Shoots offers a delightful combination of textures and flavors, from the tender salmon to the earthy mushrooms and fresh pea shoots. The ginger-soy sauce adds a burst of umami, making this dish a healthy and delicious dinner option that’s easy to prepare.
