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Nutritional Values

🔥550kcal
💪45gProtein
🌾—Carbs
🥑38gFat
🌿1gFibre
⚖️350 gServing

* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.

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Pacific Salmon

How to order / say it
Say it Pacific Salmon — [Pak-i-fik Sam-lon]
Order I'd like the Pacific Salmon, please.
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Grilled or baked, this wild salmon is a staple in Vancouver.

Why try it?

Pacific Salmon is a cornerstone of Vancouver's culinary heritage, connecting to its indigenous roots and its fisheries. It is an emblem of the West Coast's abundant resources and the people's respect for nature.

How it tastes

The salmon is tender and rich with a distinctly buttery flavor, enhanced by subtle smoky undertones from grilling or baking. Served typically with a hint of lemon and fresh herbs, its taste speaks of the ocean.

Origin & History — first documented: 1800

Dating back thousands of years, Pacific Salmon was first fished by Indigenous peoples of the region. Its significance continued as European settlers established fisheries in the 1800s, making it a vital export and local favorite.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🐟 500 g salmon fillets
  • 🍋 1 lemon
  • 🫒 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 🧂 1 tsp salt
  • 🧂 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 🌿 1 tbsp fresh dill

Method

  1. 1 Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. 2 Season the salmon with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
  3. 3 Grill the salmon for 6 minutes on each side.
  4. 4 Serve with lemon wedges and sprinkle dill on top.

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