Seared chile-rubbed Atlantic salmon, cilantro pesto, and cilantro. Served with Mexican rice and steamed broccoli.

In a food processor, combine cilantro, lemon juice, garlic, pine nuts, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth, adding olive oil gradually until desired consistency is reached. Set aside.

Prepare the Cilantro Pesto

In a small bowl, mix ancho chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture evenly over both sides of the salmon fillets.

Prepare the Salmon

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the salmon fillets and sear for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired doneness.

Sear the Salmon

Plate the salmon with a generous dollop of cilantro pesto on top. Serve alongside cooked Mexican rice and steamed broccoli.

Serve

Atlantic salmon fillets

Ancho chili powder

ancho salmon

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