This dish offers a perfect balance of smoky richness and bright, spicy flavors. The salmon steaks are marinated in a zesty lemon-basil mixture and grilled over charcoal for a distinct char and tender texture. They are served alongside a hearty black bean salad, infused with the heat of jalape&# 195;±os, savory ham, and aromatic herbs. The beans are simmered until tender, then tossed with fresh garlic and lemon juice for a lively kick. ItâÂÂs an ideal choice for summer barbecues or a sophisticated weeknight dinner that feels both comforting and elegant. The combination of the flaky fish and the robust bean mixture creates a satisfying meal that is as visually appealing as it is delicious.
Charcoal Grilled Salmon With Spicy Black Bean
Description
This dish offers a perfect balance of smoky richness and bright, spicy flavors. The salmon steaks are marinated in a zesty lemon-basil mixture and grilled over charcoal for a distinct char and tender texture. They are served alongside a hearty black bean salad, infused with the heat of jalape&# 195;±os, savory ham, and aromatic herbs. The beans are simmered until tender, then tossed with fresh garlic and lemon juice for a lively kick. ItâÂÂs an ideal choice for summer barbecues or a sophisticated weeknight dinner that feels both comforting and elegant. The combination of the flaky fish and the robust bean mixture creates a satisfying meal that is as visually appealing as it is delicious.Ingredients
Directions
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In a large saucepan, combine the soaked black beans, chopped onion, carrot, celery rib, chopped ham, stemmed jalapeños, 1 whole garlic clove, bay leaf, tied thyme sprigs, and 5 cups of water.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the beans are tender, approximately 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes, adding more water as needed to keep beans covered.
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Once cooked, remove the carrot, celery, bay leaf, thyme, and whole garlic clove from the bean mixture.
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Drain off any remaining cooking liquid from the beans.
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In a large bowl, toss the warm beans with minced garlic, hot pepper flakes, and the juice of half a lemon.
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Set the bean mixture aside to let the flavors meld.
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While the beans cook, whisk together the juice of one whole lemon, olive oil, and chopped fresh basil in a small bowl to create the marinade.
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Place salmon steaks in a shallow dish, pour the marinade over them, and refrigerate for 1 hour to allow them to marinate.
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Preheat a charcoal grill to moderately high heat.
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Grill the salmon steaks for 4 to 5 minutes per side, basting occasionally with the remaining marinade, until fish is opaque and flakes easily.
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Serve each salmon steak topped or accompanied by a generous portion of the spicy black bean salad.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 183.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 2.4g4%
- Saturated Fat 0.7g4%
- Cholesterol 24.0mg8%
- Sodium 678.4mg29%
- Total Carbohydrate 22.4g8%
- Dietary Fiber 7.3g30%
- Sugars 5.5g
- Protein 18.6g38%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
