Ingredients
4 salmon fillets (1 inch thick and 6 ounces each)1 teaspoon sea salt1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/4 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup finely chopped pistachiosSAUCE:1 shallot, chopped1 tablespoon olive oil1 cup heavy whipping cream2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1/4 teaspoon sea salt1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Preparation
Place fillets on a greased baking sheet; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Spread with mayonnaise and sprinkle with pistachios.
Bake at 375° for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, cook and stir shallot in oil over medium-high heat until tender. Add cream, lemon zest, salt and cayenne; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-7 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Serve with salmon.
