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Prosciutto Wrapped Halibut

Prosciutto Wrapped Halibut There is little that can compare to a perfectly cooked piece of halibut. Here Chef Chris shows off this Alaska delicacy by adding just the right amount…

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Seared Scallops and Fennel Salad

Seared Scallops and Fennel Salad Seared scallops and fennel salad with citrus is a light and delicious meal by Chef Chris that will leave you satisfied and energized. 8-10 fresh…

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Cod and Salmon Chowder

Cod and Salmon Chowder This cod and salmon chowder by Chef Chris is a culinary wow! Satiating and delicious, this is Alaska comfort food! Serves 2 2 ea 3 oz salmon fillet 2 ea 3…

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Honey Bourbon Glazed Salmon

Honey Bourbon Glazed Salmon Honey bourbon glazed salmon by Executive Chef Christopher Lee is a total masterpiece. Each bite of Honey Bourbon Glazed Salmon will send your taste…

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Tuna Wonton Crisp

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Salmon with Sweet Corn

Seared Salmon with Truffled Potato Puree, Lemon Beurre Blanc and Summer Corn & Heirloom Tomato Salad Salmon with sweet corn and heirloom tomatoes showcases the bounty of…

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Citrus Cured Salmon Crostini

Citrus Cured Salmon Crostini with Shaved Cucumber and Everything Bagel Spiced Cream Cheese and Capers Citrus cured salmon crostini are totally next level! When it comes to upping…

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BBQ Salmon Salad

BBQ Salmon Salad with Avocado Green Goddess Dressing BBQ salmon salad is the quintessential health food. Eating healthy is extremely important and light meals are crucial to weave…

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Smoked Salmon Recipe

Smoked Salmon “Candy” Smoked salmon candy is a delicacy that Alaskans take very seriously. We still dream about slowly biting into that first fleck of smoked salmon, perfectly…

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Blackened Salmon Tacos

Blackened Salmon Tacos Blacked salmon tacos are extremely tough to beat if they are a perfectly seasoned, cooked, and prepared fish taco. Executive Chef Christopher Lee’s…

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Salmon Carbonara

Smoked Salmon Carbonara with Crispy Pancetta, Asparagus and Spring Peas Smoked salmon carbonara is an easy, delicious and filling pasta dish made by Chef Chris Lee using his…

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Salmon Avocado Uramaki

Salmon Avocado Uramaki with Chili Aioli and Wasabi Soy Vinaigrette Sushi Rolls are a favorite among our guests and this simple Uramaki roll is a great way to utilize the bellies…

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Salmon Blt

Salmon BLT with Citrus Mayo It doesn’t get much easier than a BLT, yet Executive Chef Christopher Lee’s clever use of perfectly-seasoned salmon and a to-die-for citrus mayo makes…

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Friends of Fish The Nush Recipes

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Fish The Nush Food Blog

Welcome to the Fish The Nush Food Blog featuring recipes from the kitchen of Chef Chris Lee, Executive Chef at Nushagak River Adventures Lodge in Bristol Bay, Alaska. Peruse our recipe section for some of Chef Chris’s most delectable creations—from salmon recipes using quality wild Alaska salmon like we reel in at the lodge to the fine meats and proteins we bring in weekly to serve our guests. Gain insight on some of the delectable dishes you’ll try while staying with us on the Nushagak River plus find inspiration on how to prepare your culinary creations for your own dinner table. Learn how to cook salmon perfectly, how to cook halibut perfectly and what flavor pairings work best with Alaska’s seafood.

Click around and you’ll also see Alaskan halibut and salmon recipes featured from Friends of Fish The Nush. From sushi to notes of Thai, you’ll enjoy a wide variety of recipes in our newly added recipe section featuring Alaska salmon, halibut and other Alaska seafood. Make sure to check back often because we will add recipes throughout the year. If you don’t already, make sure to follow us on social media and choose “See First” under following to view most of our posts.

Would you like to contribute your recipe to our web page? Please send an emailwith a quality, close-up photo and the full text of the recipe. Please make sure it is your own original recipe and photo. Let us know who it’s from and anything interesting about your recipe, such as you caught the salmon at Nushagak River Adventures Lodge! Have a great time fishing and a great time sharing your culinary conceptions with friends. Whether you are looking for recipes with baked salmon, grilled salmon, smoked salmon and more, the Fish The Nush Food Blog will give you access to our finest recipes plus link you through to so much more.

Looking for more great fish and seafood recipes from Alaska? Fish Alaska magazine recipes, LaDonna Rose Cookbooks and the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute are great resources.

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