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by chef: Eric Schmidt

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Everything Salmon with Creamy Caper Sauce

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Maximalist Asparagus

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INGREDIENTS

1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced

1 lemon

Salt

4 tablespoons neutral oil, such as avocado or grapeseed oil

2 medium beefsteak or heirloom tomatoes, halved and thinly sliced

2 tbs sesame seeds

2 tbs poppy seeds

1 tbs onion granules

1 tbs garlic granules

4 skin-on salmon fillets (6 to 8 ounces each)

4 ounces cream cheese

2 tablespoons (drained) capers in brine plus 2 tablespoons brine, plus more as desired

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⅓ cup roasted unsalted cashews, coarsely chopped

¼ cup unsweetened coconut flakes

2 tablespoons raw sunflower seeds or pepitas

1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil

1 tablespoon olive oil (or use a neutral-flavored oil)

1 garlic clove, finely chopped

1 pound asparagus (about 1 bunch), trimmed and cut into 2- to 3-inch pieces

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

2 tablespoons soy sauce, to taste

1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice, plus lime wedges for serving

Chopped cilantro and sesame seeds, for serving

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PREPARATION

Everything Salmon with Creamy Caper Sauce

Step 1 of 11

10m

Heat the remaining 3 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the fillets in oil, skin-side down, and sear for 4 to 5 minutes, until the skin easily releases from the pan and is crisp and golden. Adjust heat to medium-low. Flip the fish and sear, seasoning-side down, until crisp to the touch, 2 to 3 minutes. Lift the fillets every now and then, peeking underneath to make sure the seasoning is not burning and adjusting the heat as necessary. Transfer the cooked fillets to a plate.

Maximalist Asparagus

Step 2 of 11

10m

Gather all of the ingredients. Coarsely chop the cashews. Trim and cut asparagus into 2- to 3-inch pieces. Finely chop the garlic and cilantro.

Maximalist Asparagus

Step 3 of 11

Return pan to the heat, and add sesame and coconut oils and garlic. Cook for 30 seconds, then stir in asparagus. Season lightly with salt and black pepper. Cook asparagus until crisp-tender, 3 to 7 minutes depending on how thick they are.

Everything Salmon with Creamy Caper Sauce

Step 4 of 11

Remove the pan from the heat and, using a clean paper towel, carefully wipe the pan clean, removing any leftover seasoning.

Everything Salmon with Creamy Caper Sauce

Step 5 of 11

Place the pan over low heat. Break the cream cheese into chunks and place it in the pan. Add the capers and caper brine, 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice (from the remaining lemon), 1 teaspoon lemon zest and 3 tablespoons water. Using a silicone spatula, vigorously mix until the cream cheese is fully melted and sauce is creamy, about 3 minutes. Taste and season with more salt or caper brine as needed.

Maximalist Asparagus

Step 6 of 11

Stir in the soy sauce, lime juice, and nut mixture. Taste and season with more salt, if you like. Transfer asparagus mixture to a serving dish. Top with sesame seeds and cilantro, and serve with lime wedges for squeezing.

Everything Salmon with Creamy Caper Sauce

Step 7 of 11

Dollop the sauce onto serving plates, top with the fish and place salad to the side. Garnish with more capers, if desired.

Everything Salmon with Creamy Caper Sauce

Step 8 of 11

Thinly slice the onion and add to a medium bowl. Fill the bowl with cold water and swish the onions under the water. Drain the onions and repeat this step one more time, to soften the raw onion’s sharper notes.

Everything Salmon with Creamy Caper Sauce

Step 9 of 11

Zest the lemon and reserve the zest for later. To the onions, add 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice (about ½ lemon), a pinch of salt and 1 tablespoon of oil. Using your hands, massage the onions, squeezing them as you mix, until they go from crisp and snappy to soft and lightly pink. Add the tomatoes and toss to combine. Taste and add salt as needed.

Everything Salmon with Creamy Caper Sauce

Step 10 of 11

Spread the sesame seeds, poppy seeds, onion granules, and garlic granules across a plate. Season the fish with salt on all sides. Leaving the skin portion of each fillet uncoated, dip each fillet in the everything seasoning until evenly coated on all remaining sides.

Maximalist Asparagus

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In a large dry skillet over medium-low heat, toast the cashews, coconut flakes and sunflower seeds, stirring, until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour mixture into a bowl to cool.

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