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Chili Rubbed Salmon

Served at babalu's, st. Louis, missouri, which specializes in caribbean food.

Steps

Cut ancho chilies in half lengthwise.
Seed and stem.
Heat heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add chilies and stir until chilies look dry and darken slightly in color , turning occasionally , about 2 1 / 2 minutes.
Cool completely.
Break chilies into 1 / 2-inch pieces.
Grind coarsely in spice mill or coffee mill.
Add oregano and grind to blend.
Transfer to small bowl.
Mix in salt and sugar.
Stir in garlic , chipotle chilies , and lime juice.
Whisk in oil.
Add enough water to thin to spreadable consistency.
Preheat oven to 400f spread 2 generous teaspoons chili mixture over each salmon fillet.
Place on rimmed baking sheet.
Bake until salmon is opaque in center , about 10 minutes.

Ingredients

dried ancho chiles, dried oregano, coarse salt, sugar, garlic clove, canned chipotle chile, fresh lime juice, olive oil, water, salmon fillets, lime wedge