Jim's Appleknocker Salmon

Elevate your seafood game with "Jim’s Appleknocker Salmon," a delightful fusion of tender, perfectly seared salmon fillets and a rich, caramelized apple glaze. This easy yet gourmet recipe features a medley of sweet and tangy flavors, combining honeycrisp apples, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of cinnamon with fresh rosemary for a comforting, autumn-inspired dish. The salmon is first pan-seared to golden perfection, then baked to flaky tenderness, ensuring a restaurant-quality texture every time. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is as quick as it is impressive, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Pair it with roasted vegetables or wild rice for a complete and satisfying meal that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium honeycrisp apple (finely diced)
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt and black pepper. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Place the salmon fillets in the skillet, presentation side (non-skin side) down. Sear for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then flip. Cook for another 2 minutes and remove from the skillet. Set the fillets aside.

Step 5

Reduce heat to low and add unsalted butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in the diced apple and cook for 3 minutes until softened.

Step 6

Add the brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, rosemary, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Stir to combine and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.

Step 7

Return the salmon to the skillet, spooning the apple mixture on top of each fillet.

Step 8

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 9

Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes.

Step 10

Serve the salmon fillets warm, topped with the apple glaze. Pair with roasted vegetables or wild rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1015.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2147.3

Total Fat 152.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 521.6mg	0%
Sodium 2777.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.1g	0%
Total Sugars 41.8g
Protein 150.9g	0%

Vitamin D 3578.8IU	0%
Calcium 124.3mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 2805.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.2%

Protein: 27.8%

Carbs: 9.0%