Careme Recipes

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Stovetop Crispy Sockeye Salmon with Lemon-Caper Pan Sauce + Seared Asparagus & Warm Red Potatoes

Crispy-skinned salmon with a bright, Washington-early-spring vibe: lemony pan sauce, tender asparagus, and a warm potato side that catches every drop. It tastes restaurant-fancy, but it’s a weeknight slam dunk.

Ingredients

  • Wild Caught Sockeye Salmon Fillet (Previously Frozen), 1 lb 12–14 oz (2 portions) (use remaining for lunch, or cook all) $11.99 (sale)
  • Green Asparagus, 1 lb 1/2 lb, woody ends trimmed $2.99 (sale)
  • Pompeii® Lemon Juice, 13 fl oz 1 1/2 Tbsp (or to taste) $2.50 (sale)
  • Private Selection® Petite Red Gourmet Potatoes, 1.5 lb 3/4 lb, halved $3.50 (sale)
  • Garlic, 1 ct 2 cloves, minced $0.69
  • Olive oil 2 Tbsp (plus 1 tsp)
  • Butter 1 Tbsp
  • Dijon mustard (optional but great) 1 tsp
  • Capers (optional) 1 Tbsp, drained
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional) pinch

Instructions

  1. Prep the potatoes: halve 3/4 lb petite red potatoes and toss with 1 Tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and black pepper. Put in a saucepan, cover with cold water by 1 inch, and bring to a boil; simmer until just tender, 12–15 minutes. Drain and keep warm.
  2. Prep the asparagus: trim woody ends from 1/2 lb asparagus. Toss with 1 tsp olive oil, pinch of salt, and black pepper.
  3. Cook the asparagus (stove): heat a large skillet over medium-high. Sear asparagus 3–5 minutes, turning, until bright green with light blistering. Remove to a plate.
  4. Sear the salmon (stove): pat salmon (12–14 oz) very dry; season with 3/4 tsp salt and pepper. Heat the same skillet over medium-high and add 2 tsp olive oil. Place salmon skin-side down and press gently for 15 seconds. Cook 5–7 minutes until skin is crisp and the fish is mostly opaque up the sides. Flip and cook 1–2 minutes more (or to your preferred doneness). Transfer salmon to plates.
  5. Make the lemon-garlic pan sauce: lower heat to medium. Add 1 Tbsp butter and 2 minced garlic cloves; stir 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 1 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice (plus 2 Tbsp water if needed), 1 tsp Dijon (optional), and 1 Tbsp capers (optional). Simmer 30–60 seconds to lightly thicken; taste and adjust with salt, pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
  6. Finish and serve: spoon sauce over salmon. Plate with the seared asparagus and the warm potatoes (drizzle any extra sauce over potatoes too).

Cook time: 35 minutes

Estimated cost: $18–24

Health notes: Estimated per serving (1/2 recipe): ~750–900 kcal depending on butter/oil. Protein ~40–50g; omega-3 fats from salmon. Keep sodium moderate by salting in layers. Add extra asparagus to boost fiber and folate; swap half the potatoes for cauliflower if you want to lower carbs.

Drink pairing: Go with a high-acid, citrus-driven white to echo the lemon and cut through salmon richness. If you like a little body, choose something with subtle oak or lees texture; if you like laser-bright, go stainless-steel and zippy.

Ginger-Coconut Cod Curry with Carrots & Bok Choy (Stovetop)

A cozy, aromatic curry built for early-spring produce: tender cod in a gingery coconut broth with sweet carrots and crisp-tender bok choy. Fast enough for a Tuesday, comforting enough for a rainy Pacific Northwest night.

Ingredients

  • Pacific Cod Fillet Wild Caught (sustainably sourced), 1 lb 12–14 oz, cut into 2-inch chunks $10.99
  • Bok Choy, 1 lb 1/2 lb, sliced (stems and leaves separated) $2.77 (sale)
  • Carrots, 1 lb 2 medium (about 6 oz), thinly sliced $1.29
  • Organic Ginger Root, 1 lb 1 Tbsp finely grated $3.77 (sale)
  • Garlic, 1 ct 2 cloves, minced $0.69
  • Jumbo Yellow Onion, 1 lb 1/2 onion, thinly sliced $0.99
  • Simple Truth Organic® Low Sodium Free Range Chicken Broth, 32 oz 1 cup (or water) $2.00 (sale)
  • Coconut milk 1 (13.5 oz) can
  • Curry powder or Thai red curry paste 1 1/2 Tbsp curry powder OR 1–2 Tbsp curry paste
  • Fish sauce or soy sauce (optional) 1 tsp
  • Pompeii® Lemon Juice 1 Tbsp (to finish) $2.50 (sale)
  • Neutral oil 1 Tbsp
  • Cooked jasmine rice (or microwave rice) 1 cup cooked (about 1/2 cup dry)
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep: slice 2 medium carrots thinly, slice 1/2 onion thinly, mince 2 garlic cloves, and grate 1 Tbsp ginger. Slice 1/2 lb bok choy, separating stems from leaves. Cut 12–14 oz cod into 2-inch chunks; lightly salt.
  2. Start rice: cook 1/2 cup dry jasmine rice (or prepare 1 cup cooked microwave rice) so it’s ready when the curry finishes.
  3. Build the base (stove): heat 1 Tbsp neutral oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add sliced 1/2 onion with a pinch of salt; cook 3–4 minutes. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 Tbsp grated ginger; cook 30 seconds.
  4. Toast the curry: add 1 1/2 Tbsp curry powder (or 1–2 Tbsp curry paste) and stir 30 seconds to bloom the spices.
  5. Simmer vegetables: add sliced carrots (about 6 oz), 1 cup broth (or water), and 1 can coconut milk. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook 8–10 minutes until carrots are tender-crisp.
  6. Cook bok choy stems, then fish: add bok choy stems first; simmer 2 minutes. Add cod chunks and gently simmer 3–5 minutes until the fish flakes and turns opaque (don’t hard-boil or it can toughen). Add bok choy leaves and cook 1 minute just to wilt.
  7. Finish: stir in 1 tsp fish sauce/soy (optional) and 1 Tbsp lemon juice. Taste and add salt if needed.
  8. Serve: spoon curry over 1 cup cooked rice (for 2 servings).

Cook time: 45–55 minutes

Estimated cost: $17–23

Health notes: Estimated per serving: ~650–800 kcal (mostly from coconut milk + rice). Protein ~35–45g. Add extra bok choy for volume and potassium. Use light coconut milk to reduce saturated fat; keep ginger/garlic generous for flavor without extra salt.

Drink pairing: Curry likes aromatic whites with a hint of fruit and plenty of acidity. If you add heat, pick something with a touch of off-dry sweetness to cool the spice. Avoid big tannic reds—bitterness + chile is not your friend.

Grilled Pepper-Crusted Tuna Steaks with Cucumber–Grape Spring Salad

A grill-forward, steakhouse-meets-salad dinner: meaty tuna with a peppery char, plus a crunchy-sweet grape and cucumber salad that screams ‘you’ve got this.’ Fast, bold, and surprisingly light.

Ingredients

  • Tuna Steak Wild Caught Frozen (sustainably sourced), 1 lb 12–14 oz (2 steaks) $8.99 (sale)
  • Kroger® Fresh Seedless Black Grapes, 1 lb 1 cup, halved $1.99 (sale)
  • Cucumber, 1 ct 1, thinly sliced $0.79
  • Simple Truth Organic® Baby Spring Mix, 5 oz 3–4 cups $3.50
  • Green Onions, 1 each 2, thinly sliced $1.39
  • Pompeii® Lemon Juice, 13 fl oz 2 Tbsp $2.50 (sale)
  • Olive oil 2 Tbsp (plus more for grill)
  • Dijon mustard (optional) 1 tsp
  • Honey or sugar (optional) 1/2 tsp
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • Optional: sesame seeds or crushed pepper 1–2 tsp

Instructions

  1. Prep the grill: preheat grill to high for 10 minutes. Clean grates and oil lightly with a paper towel dipped in neutral oil.
  2. Prep the salad: in a bowl, toss 3–4 cups spring mix with 1 thinly sliced cucumber, 1 cup halved seedless black grapes, and 2 sliced green onions.
  3. Make the dressing: whisk 2 Tbsp lemon juice with 2 Tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp Dijon (optional), 1/2 tsp honey (optional), 1/4 tsp salt, and black pepper. Toss with the salad right before serving.
  4. Prep the tuna: pat 12–14 oz tuna very dry. Rub with 1 Tbsp olive oil, then season all over with 3/4 tsp salt and plenty of black pepper (and 1–2 tsp sesame seeds or crushed pepper if using).
  5. Grill the tuna: place tuna on the hot grill. Cook 60–90 seconds per side for rare/medium-rare (recommended) or 2–3 minutes per side for more done, depending on thickness. Transfer to a plate and rest 2 minutes.
  6. Serve: slice tuna against the grain and pile over or alongside the grape-cucumber salad. Spoon any resting juices over the tuna.

Cook time: 30–40 minutes

Estimated cost: $18–26

Health notes: Estimated per serving: ~550–700 kcal depending on oil and portion size. Protein ~45–55g. Tuna is lean; the salad adds hydration and fiber. Keep sear time short to avoid dryness and preserve tenderness.

Drink pairing: Tuna is one of the few fish that can handle light reds thanks to its meatiness—especially if you grill it. If you prefer white, pick something with texture and citrus; if you go red, keep tannins low and fruit bright.

Shopping list
  • Wild Caught Sockeye Salmon Fillet (Previously Frozen), 1 lb 12–14 oz (2 portions) (use remaining for lunch, or cook all)
  • Green Asparagus, 1 lb 1/2 lb, woody ends trimmed
  • Pompeii® Lemon Juice, 13 fl oz 1 1/2 Tbsp (or to taste), 2 Tbsp
  • Private Selection® Petite Red Gourmet Potatoes, 1.5 lb 3/4 lb, halved
  • Garlic, 1 ct 2 cloves, minced, 2 cloves, minced
  • Olive oil 2 Tbsp (plus 1 tsp), 2 Tbsp (plus more for grill)
  • Butter 1 Tbsp
  • Dijon mustard (optional but great) 1 tsp
  • Capers (optional) 1 Tbsp, drained
  • Salt & black pepper to taste, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional) pinch
  • Pacific Cod Fillet Wild Caught (sustainably sourced), 1 lb 12–14 oz, cut into 2-inch chunks
  • Bok Choy, 1 lb 1/2 lb, sliced (stems and leaves separated)
  • Carrots, 1 lb 2 medium (about 6 oz), thinly sliced
  • Organic Ginger Root, 1 lb 1 Tbsp finely grated
  • Jumbo Yellow Onion, 1 lb 1/2 onion, thinly sliced
  • Simple Truth Organic® Low Sodium Free Range Chicken Broth, 32 oz 1 cup (or water)
  • Coconut milk 1 (13.5 oz) can
  • Curry powder or Thai red curry paste 1 1/2 Tbsp curry powder OR 1–2 Tbsp curry paste
  • Fish sauce or soy sauce (optional) 1 tsp
  • Pompeii® Lemon Juice 1 Tbsp (to finish)
  • Neutral oil 1 Tbsp
  • Cooked jasmine rice (or microwave rice) 1 cup cooked (about 1/2 cup dry)
  • Salt to taste
  • Tuna Steak Wild Caught Frozen (sustainably sourced), 1 lb 12–14 oz (2 steaks)
  • Kroger® Fresh Seedless Black Grapes, 1 lb 1 cup, halved
  • Cucumber, 1 ct 1, thinly sliced
  • Simple Truth Organic® Baby Spring Mix, 5 oz 3–4 cups
  • Green Onions, 1 each 2, thinly sliced
  • Dijon mustard (optional) 1 tsp
  • Honey or sugar (optional) 1/2 tsp
  • Optional: sesame seeds or crushed pepper 1–2 tsp

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