Falafel Crusted Salmon on a Bed of Spinach

Directions

1. Cut each salmon fillet into 3 equal servings. Put a thin coat of mustard on top of each piece.
2. In a small flat bowl or plate, blend falafel mix with pepper and cumin. Place both the fish and falafel plates near your cooking surface.
3. Film a large non-stick skillet with the olive oil over medium-high heat. Dip the mustard side of each piece of salmon in the falafel mixture. Shake off excess and place in the hot oil, crumb-side down. Cook until almost done (and well browned) before turning the pieces over (about 4 minutes). Cook about 4 more minutes. Remove to a warm platter and keep warm.
4. Add about 2 tablespoons olive oil to the skillet and sauté the onion until soft (about 4 minutes). Add the garlic and ginger and sauté briefly. Add the well-dried spinach to the pan and cook until wilted. When the spinach is almost dry, add the balsamic vinegar and toss gently to coat the spinach.
5. Divide the spinach among 6 individual plates and arrange the salmon on top. Serve at once.
6. Wine Tip: The wine to drink with this salmon is Pinot Noir. I realize I’m prejudiced, but my favorite domestic Pinots come from Vision Cellars in Sonoma County.