Pan Roasted Secret Island Salmon with Caramelized Figs + Onions Recipe

“Sweet Simplicity”

Ingredients

• 4, 6 oz Portions Secret Island Salmon
• 4 tsp. of Olive Oil, divided
• 1 medium yellow onion, julienned
• 1 cup figs, halved
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flake
• 2 tsp. kosher salt
• 2 tsp. honey
• Juice and zest of a lemon
• 1 tbsp. of butter

Simple Steps

1. Place onions in a large skillet with 2 tsp oil over medium heat to caramelize.
2. After onions begin to soften (6-7 minutes), add red pepper flake and figs. Reduce heat to low, stirring occasionally.
3. Using a paper towel, pat filets dry and salt both sides evenly. In a large, heavy bottomed skillet, add remaining 2 tsp olive oil and heat until smoking over medium high heat.
4. Sear salmon, skin side down, for 3 minutes. Flip each filet and place in oven set to 400 for 8-9 minutes.
5. Finish the Caramelized Figs and Onions: Stir in honey and butter. Remove from heat and quickly stir in lemon zest and juice. A smooth, velvety pan sauce should form.
   
6. To Plate: Remove salmon from oven and pour sauce over, spooning figs and onions evenly over each filet.
   
   ^{Consuming raw or undercooked seafood or shellfish may increase your risk of foodborne illness.}