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Tropical Twist: Grilled Salmon with Spicy Orange Glaze and Baby Bananas

Looking for a dish that’s both elegant and explosive in flavor? This grilled salmon recipe, paired with sweet and spicy baby bananas, is sure to impress your guests at any summer gathering.

The Perfect Pairing

The combination of grilled salmon and baby bananas may seem unusual, but trust us, it’s a match made in heaven. The smoky flavor of the salmon is elevated by the sweet and spicy orange glaze, while the baby bananas add a pop of freshness and texture.

Gather Your Ingredients

• 4 wild salmon steaks, skin on (6 oz each)
• 4 ripe baby bananas, peeled and halved lengthwise
• 3/4 cup orange marmalade
• 3/4 chipotle pepper in adobo, seeded and chopped
• 1 tsp chipotle pepper adobo sauce
• Juice of 1/4 fresh lime
• Canola cooking spray
• Dry mojo seasoning
• Five spice powder
• Fresh lime wedges

Cold Prep: Setting the Stage

Before firing up the grill, make sure to prepare your ingredients. Use plump salmon fillet steaks, and remove any pin bones. Apply a liberal amount of dry mojo seasoning to the steak flesh, and season the baby bananas with five spice powder. Mix the orange marmalade, chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, and lime juice until smooth.

Hot Prep: Grilling to Perfection

Preheat your gas or charcoal grill to medium-high heat. Clean and oil the grates well to prevent sticking. If using charcoal, soak a cup of your favorite wood chips and scatter them on the coals before grilling the salmon.

Grill the banana slices for 2-3 minutes per side, then remove them to a warm plate. Next, grill the salmon, flesh side down, and cover to create grill marks. Cook for 4-5 minutes, then flip the salmon skin side down. Continue cooking until the internal temperature reaches 120°F.

The Finishing Touches

Place the grilled bananas along the salmon steak, interlocking opposite curves. Spoon the spicy orange glaze over the bananas and salmon, allowing it to run off the fish slightly. Cover the grill and continue cooking until the fish is firm and the internal temperature reaches 145°F.

Serve and Enjoy

Scatter some of the glaze around the serving plate, then place the salmon steaks in a spoke fashion. Add a few fresh lime wedges in between, and serve immediately. This tropical twist on grilled salmon is sure to be a hit at your next summer gathering!