Reprinted with permission fromCast Iron Ketoby Alex and Lauren Lester, Page Street Publishing Co. 2020. Photo credit: Lauren Lester.These skewers are absolutely delicious, and if that’s not enough for you to give them a try, think of all the flatware you won’t have to wash, as this recipe barely dirties the kitchen—that means more time to enjoy your life!
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 2One Serving: 1/2 of a 2 serving recipe
Ingredients
For the Salmon
12ozsalmon, cut into 2-inch (5-cm) chunks
2Tbsp(30 ml) avocado oil
1/2tspsmoked paprika
1tspItalian seasoning
1/4tspgarlic salt
For the Skewers
12cherry tomatoes
8mini balls fresh mozzarella cheese
12fresh basil leaves
1Tbsp(15 ml) balsamic vinegar
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Instructions
Place the salmon in a medium bowl. Add the oil, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, and garlic salt. Toss the ingredients together to coat the salmon with the oil and spices.
Heat a 10-inch (25-cm) or larger cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the salmon and seasoned oil. Cook the salmon for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until it is crispy and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
To assemble the skewers, gently skewer the ingredients in an alternating pattern: salmon, tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil. Drizzle the skewers with the vinegar just before serving.