Spicy Cardamom Salmon (North African Inspired)

• 12 ounces salmon fillets (2 fillets, 6 ozs each, fresh or thawed)
• 1/2 teaspoon cardamom
• 1/4 teaspoon coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon dried cilantro
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne
• 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 4 tablespoons cilantro, fresh (optional)

1. Preheat oven to 350u0b0F and liberally spray a casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.
2. Place the salmon fillets, skin side down, in dish and set aside.
3. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients (except fresh cilantro) and stir well to form a slightly dry paste.
4. Gently rub the paste onto the salmon and bake, uncovered, at 350u0b0 for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
5. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.

salmon, cardamom, coriander, cilantro, cumin, cayenne, celery, salt, lemon zest, garlic, olive oil, cilantro

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/spicy-cardamom-salmon-north-african-inspired-426915 (may not work)