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Sunday, November 27, 2016

pistachio crusted salmon with schizandra berry jam





this dish will leave you feeling warm and satisfied. the rich creaminess of the salmon, paired with sweet/tangy schizandra jam + crunchy pistachios make for a perfect combination. 
salmon has been touted for many years as a very health-promoting food. one of the many reasons is because salmon is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, which have numerous health benefits, including anti-inflammatory and anti-depressant effects. 
legend has it that the Queen of Sheba declared that pistachio nuts were to be grown and consumed exclusively by royalty, and no one else. pistachios are rich in healthy fats that our bodies need to make glowing skin, hair, and nails, and thus, pistachios have been touted as a beauty food for centuries.
schizandra is 1 fruit with 5 flavors. a rare herb that benefits all bodily functions & organs. it is a famous herb used to beautify the skin & improve eyesight. excellent mind tonic and a powerful sex tonic! 

schizandra berry jam:
1/4 c dried schizandra berries
1/4 c dried goji berries 
2 T chia seeds
1 t cinnamon
10 drops stevia
6 large, soft pitted dates
filtered or spring water

-add schizandra, goji & chia to a bowl and cover with water 1" above. soak overnight, then add to a blender with soaking water + all other ingredients & blend until smooth, adding a bit more water as needed for desired consistency.

salmon:
1/4 c raw shelled pistachios, chopped 
1 T mustard
1/2 c schizandra jam
2 medium salmon fillets 
s + p

-preheat oven to 375F. 
-rinse and pat the salmon and place in a parchment lined oven safe dish. sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. 
-in a small bowl, combine schizandra jam and mustard. brush or spread the jam & mustard combination over the salmon, covering the entire top of the fillet. sprinkle the pistachios over the salmon fillet until it is completely covered. 
-bake for 25-30 minutes or until thoroughly cooked. serve over a bed of greens.
note: eat leftover schizandra jam on toast with warm ghee. delicious!




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