Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCenter Square GrillPecan Encrusted Salmon Recipe

Pecan Encrusted Salmon Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Salmon topped with spicy chimichuri sauce.

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Ingredients

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Salmon

Method

Prepare the Salmon

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 2

    Season the Salmon

    Rub the salmon fillets with olive oil, and season with salt and black pepper.

Make the Pecan Crust

  1. 3

    Prepare the Pecan Mixture

    In a food processor, combine the pecans, breadcrumbs, paprika, and garlic powder. Pulse until finely chopped but not a paste.

  2. 4

    Apply Dijon Mustard

    Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard over the seasoned salmon fillets.

  3. 5

    Coat with Pecan Mixture

    Press the pecan mixture onto the salmon fillets to create an even coating.

Bake the Salmon

  1. 6

    Place on Baking Sheet

    Transfer the coated salmon fillets to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  2. 7

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and the crust is golden.

Prepare the Chimichurri Sauce

  1. 8

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine chopped parsley, cilantro, minced garlic, red chili flakes, red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 9

    Blend Well

    Stir the mixture well until all ingredients are incorporated. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Serve

  1. 10

    Plate the Salmon

    Once the salmon is baked, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.

  2. 11

    Add Chimichurri Sauce

    Serve the pecan encrusted salmon drizzled with chimichurri sauce on top.

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