China Moon Salmon

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic China Moon Salmon to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing China Moon Salmon, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 dash sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon julienned fresh
• ginger
• 1 tablespoon Chinese black bean
• and garlic sauce
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 4 (4 ounce) fillets salmon
• salt and pepper to taste
• Begin heating water in the bottom of steamer pot.

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

• Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
• Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
• Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

Heat olive oil and sesame oil in a saucepan over medium heat

Step 2: Technique & Execution

Saute garlic and ginger for 1 minute

Step 3: Technique & Execution

Stir in black bean sauce and red pepper flakes

Step 4: Technique & Execution

Cook for 5 minutes

Step 5: Technique & Execution

Remove from heat, and stir in chicken broth; set aside

Step 6: Technique & Execution

Rinse salmon, and pat dry