Blackened Salmon Steaks

Spice up your next fish supper with this Cajun-style way of preparing and cooking salmon. I've suggested steaks but you could use cutlets. The important things are a really hot barbecue and some very cold beer.

For four people, start off by marinating 4 salmon steaks overnight in two tablespoons of olive oil combined with a coarsely grated piece of ginger, about the size of your thumb. Then drain the salmon, discard the marinade and mix together the following ingredients:

• 1tbs turmeric
• 1tbs mustard powder
• 1tbs smoked paprika
• 1tbs garlic powder
• 1tbs ground fennel
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 2 tsps salt

Coat the fish on both sides with this mixture and cook on an open barbie for about 4 minutes each side, turning once, or until just cooked through. Serve with some chilled minted yoghurt or a side dish of tzatziki.

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