Salmon with Asparagus Noodles

Directions Print

1. Cut approximately 1” from bottoms of asparagus and shave with a peeler into thin wide ribbons. When you cannot shave any more, cut tops off and reserve.
2. With remaining unpeeled stem, slice thin.
3. Season salmon fillet with salt and pepper. Sear bloodline up or presentation side down in a hot pan with one tablespoon of avocado oil for 2-3 minutes.
4. Transfer salmon to a 400˚F oven for approximately 4 minutes to finish cooking.
5. While the salmon is finishing cooking, sauté the garlic and shallot until translucent (1-2 minutes) in avocado oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Add asparagus tips and Thai basil and deglaze pan with lemon juice.
7. Add asparagus noodles and sauté approximately 30 seconds.

For plating:

1. Layer asparagus noodles on bottom of the plate.
2. Top with asparagus tips.
3. Place salmon portion on top of asparagus tips.
4. Drizzle avocado oil over salmon and garnish with Aleppo pepper flakes.