Jul 14 2026
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Baja Salmon Recipe

Inspired by La Hacienda Dover AFB
Time45m
Serves2

Filet of salmon on a bed of our Mexican rice and topped with pineapple salsa.

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Ingredients

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Salmon

Mexican Rice

Pineapple Salsa

Method

Prepare the Salmon

  1. 1

    Marinate the Salmon

    In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Cook the Salmon

    Preheat the grill or a skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the salmon from the marinade and grill or pan-fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until it flakes easily with a fork.

Prepare the Mexican Rice

  1. 3

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and diced bell pepper. Sauté until the onion is translucent.

  2. 4

    Cook the Rice

    Add the rice to the pot and stir for a couple of minutes. Pour in the chicken broth and tomato sauce, and season with salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.

  3. 5

    Finish the Rice

    Once done, fluff the rice with a fork and stir in chopped cilantro.

Prepare the Pineapple Salsa

  1. 6

    Mix Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine the diced pineapple, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Add lime juice and salt to taste. Mix well and let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Assemble the Dish

  1. 7

    Plate the Dish

    On a plate, place a generous serving of Mexican rice, top it with a salmon fillet, and spoon the pineapple salsa over the salmon. Serve immediately.

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