SPICY GRILLED SALMON STEAKS Recipe

In a bowl stir together the black pepper, the paprika, the cayenne, the garlic, the onion, the thyme, the salt, and the oil until the mixture forms a stiff paste. Pat the paste onto both sides of each salmon steak.

Heat an oiled ridged grill pan over moderately high heat until it is smoking and in it sauti the salmon for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until it is cooked through. (Note: This can also be cooked on the grill).

*Optional: While the salmon is cooking, in a small skillet cook the butter over moderate heat, swirling the skillet, until it is dark brown, but do not let it burn. Transfer the salmon to heated plates and pour the butter over it.

Serves 2.

Gourmet 1990

(This spice rub can also be used on chicken).