Grilled Sockeye Salmon in a Cast-Iron Skillet with Mustard, Honey, and Wild Herbs: A Guide to Creating a Campfire Meal at Home
Discover the delightful fusion of wild campfire cooking and the comfort of home-delivered meals with Papa Earth, an Ontario-based, family-owned subscription box service specialising in high-quality meat and seafood.
At the heart of Papa Earth's offerings is the vibrant Sockeye salmon, a Pacific wild salmon of red colour, found in the Northern Pacific Ocean and rivers discharging into it. The name Sockeye comes from the indigenous name suk-kegh, the Coast Salish word meaning 'red fish'.
The founder of Papa Earth suggests cooking Sockeye salmon in butter for an unparalleled flavour. With its rich, succulent taste, pan-fried Sockeye salmon has been described as evoking feelings of wild campfire cooking and memories of camping. The slightly charred exterior, seasoned with a hint of smoke, adds a unique twist to the dining experience, reminiscent of nights spent feeling chilly but heated up by warm food, good company, and potentially alcohol.
To prepare the perfect pan-fried Sockeye salmon, heat a cast-iron pan over medium-high heat on the campfire. Coat the fillets in butter and sear them for about 6-8 minutes, or until they start to flake. For added flavour, the founder recommends serving the salmon with fried potatoes, cornbread, peach cobbler, Blackstone ribeye, or One Pan Pork Tenderloin.
Cast-iron pans are ideal for campfire cooking due to their heat retention and versatility. Not only do they add a beautiful sear to the outside of the pan-fried Sockeye salmon, but they also ensure even cooking for a perfectly cooked fish.
To complement your campfire cooking adventures, here are five simple recipes using a cast-iron pan:
1. **Campfire Skillet Steak** - Season a steak with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then sear it in a hot cast-iron pan for about 3-4 minutes per side. Finish with a sprinkle of rosemary for added flavour.
2. **Campfire Skillet Chicken and Vegetables** - Sear chicken breast or thighs, along with chopped bell peppers, onions, and potatoes, in a cast-iron pan until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
3. **Pan-Seared Trout with Lemon and Herbs** - Season trout fillets with salt, pepper, and herbs, then sear them in a cast-iron pan for about 3-4 minutes per side. Serve with lemon slices.
4. **Campfire Skillet Cornbread** - Prepare cornbread mix according to the package instructions using eggs, milk, and melted butter. Pour the batter into the preheated cast-iron pan and bake over the campfire until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
5. **Campfire Apple Crisp** - Mix apples with sugar and cinnamon, top with a mixture of oats and melted butter, and bake in the cast-iron pan over the campfire until the apples are tender and the topping is crispy.
Cooking on cast-iron pans is not only delicious but also beneficial, particularly for anemic children, as it adds iron to food.
Papa Earth works with only the highest quality producers, mostly Ontario-based, to ensure you receive the freshest and finest products straight to your doorstep. The founder of the article personally recommends Papa Earth for your seafood needs. Some cast-iron pans loved by many include those by Lodge, Le Creuset, and affordable options.
So, gather around the campfire, let the aroma of delicious food fill the air, and enjoy the taste of the great outdoors with Papa Earth's Sockeye salmon. Happy camping!
- To cater to diverse dietary preferences, Papa Earth offers a selection of gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free recipes to complement their wild Sockeye salmon.
- For those following a paleo lifestyle, the sockeye salmon can be cooked on a campfire using a cast-iron pan, providing an authentic wild outdoor-living dining experience.
- Expand your food-and-drink horizons with Papa Earth'ssubscription service while trying out their simple, yet delectable, campfire recipes for cookware like Lodge, Le Creuset, and budget-friendly options.
- Curious garden enthusiasts might find enjoyment in recreating these campfire recipes in their home-and-garden settings, adding a touch of the great outdoors to their indoor dining experiences.
- Embrace your newfound culinary skills by experimenting with various cooking methods, such as campfire cooking, and try out Papa Earth's Sockeye salmon with a variety of meal options to suit different lifestyles and dietary preferences.
