Seven spice salmon steaks

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This is a really tasty great summer barbecue recipe idea.

Don't forget to rest the fish for 7 minutes, it makes a massive difference.

Ingredients

• 4 x 200g (7 oz) salmon steaks
• 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
• 2 teaspoons paprika powder
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• ½ teaspoon allspice
• ½ teaspoon szechuan peppercorns
• 1 level teaspoons peppercorns (white preferred, black will do)
• 1 whole star anise (or 8 petals)
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1.5 teaspoons olive oil

Mise en place

• Grind the whole spices in a coffee grinder or pestle and mortar

Method

1. Descale the fillets if they have skin.
2. Mix the spices and oil together to form a smooth paste
3. Spread over both sides of the fish
4. Leave to marinade for 1 hour in a cool place
5. Cook for 4 minutes a side on a hot barbecue
6. Remove, cover and rest for 7 minutes

Serving suggestions

Serve hot with fennel relish and a mixed bean salad