Tom Douglas Salmon Rub Recipe

Looking for a fulfilling dinner recipe for a hot summer night? Well, the Tom Douglas Salmon Rub recipe is the way to go! It’s a low-carbs meal packed with protein and easy to prepare. If you’re in for a mouthwatering grilled salmon dinner, let’s wait no more and get down to the main recipe. 

The smoky yet slightly spicy flavor with a hint of sweetness will get you hooked! As a cherry on top, pair it up with Etta’s cornbread pudding and shiitake relish for the ideal family meal.

And that’s it, simple wasn’t it!

Etta’s smoked salmon recipe caught fame from Chef Tom Douglas’s popular restaurant in Seattle. With the perfect blend of spices and the captivating aroma of smoked paprika, brown sugar, and thyme, Tom Douglas Salmon Rub recipe became the talk of the town. And now you know how to make it at home.

Side Dishes with Salmon

Prepared with caramelized onions, herbs, cheese, and softened butter, cornbread pudding is another star of Etta’s kitchen. Such a unique combination of flavors is not something you want to miss! All you need to do is bake cornbread cubes and whip up the custard with common items in your pantry.  Once the custard is immersed into the cornbread cubes, bake it for about 30 minutes and enjoy!

Fancy some mushrooms seasoned with garlic and vinegar? Try out the Shiitake relish that literally takes five minutes to prepare! Just grab ¾ pound of shiitake mushroom caps, toss them with oil, and grill on both sides. Once done, slice the mushrooms and season them with vinegar, garlic, and herbs. Voila! Enjoy your shiitake relish with smoked salmon.

If you’d like to keep it light and simple, opt for lettuce wraps. They’re vegan-friendly and full of healthy fats.

What’s better than a tangy, rich gluten-free barbeque sauce? It’s neither too sweet nor too spicy and it’s got the right balance of flavor to complement your grilled salmon. 

Benefits of Salmon

Are you skeptical about incorporating the right seafood into your diet? Look no further and nourish your body with the wholesome goodness of salmon. It’s a complete powerhouse of omega 3 fatty acids, Vitamin A, Vitamin D, etc. It can help cover all your vitamin deficiencies in a single go!

Having salmon at least twice a week is clinically proven to be healthy for your heart and brain. People with hormonal imbalances and insomnia are also advised to incorporate salmon into their diet.

Tips for Grilling Salmon

• Make sure to get steak or center-cut fillets with skin on. The skin helps to hold the fillets together and prevents from drying out the juices or sticking onto the grill
• A fish spatula comes in handy when flipping the salmon as it reduces the risk of tearing the flesh apart 

More Salmon Recipes to Try

• If you’re running errands and looking for a healthy lunch, try out pan-seared salmon with brown rice. It‘s specially cooked in safflower oil to retain the salmon flavors and bring out a crispy, flaky texture.
• Fan of Indian cuisine? Try out this classic Indian Salmon Curry. Cooked with the goodness of coconut oil and Indian spices, it makes the perfect meal for a thanksgiving/ house-warming party. 
• The burst of flavors comes with the right marination! If you like your salmon saucy, go for the Wegman Salmon recipe.
• To sweeten up your salmon, try out the interesting combination of Apple and Salmon
• Fish and chips are a go-to appetizer but you can also try the Battered Salmon recipe. Bake the fillets and enjoy with french fries.
• If you want to shed those extra pounds, Flaked Salmon will be your best companion! It’s a low-calorie, quick and wholesome meal .