Cajun Salmon Burger Recipe
Cajun spiced salmon filet topped with a smoky southwest aioli & fresh greens on toasted focaccia
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Ingredients
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For the Cajun Salmon Burger
For the Smoky Southwest Aioli
Method
For the Cajun Salmon Burger
- 1
Prepare the Salmon
Preheat your grill or stovetop pan over medium-high heat. Pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels and rub the Cajun seasoning all over the fillet. Drizzle olive oil on both sides of the salmon.
- 2
- 3
Toast the Focaccia
While the salmon is resting, slice the focaccia bread in half and toast it on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
- 4
Assemble the Burger
On the bottom half of the toasted focaccia, place a generous handful of mixed greens. Top with the cooked salmon fillet and then cover with the top half of the focaccia.
For the Smoky Southwest Aioli
- 5
Mix the Ingredients
In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, smoked paprika, minced garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
- 6
Serve with the Burger
Spread a layer of the smoky southwest aioli on the top half of the focaccia before closing the burger. Serve any extra aioli on the side for dipping.