Ingredients:

• 2 salmon fillets (skin-on or off)

• 2 tbsp finely ground coffee (Triple Crown from Heights Coffee works perfectly!)

• 1 tbsp brown sugar

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• For the Balsamic Glaze:

• ½ cup balsamic vinegar

• 1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)

Instructions:

• Make the glaze:

• In a small saucepan, simmer the balsamic vinegar and honey over medium heat.

• Stir occasionally until it reduces by about half and thickens (8–10 minutes).

• Set aside to cool—it will thicken more as it cools.

• Prepare the coffee rub:

• In a bowl, mix the ground coffee, brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

• Rub the salmon:

• Pat the salmon dry and rub olive oil over each fillet.

• Press the coffee mixture onto the top of each fillet to form a crust.

• Cook the salmon:

• Heat a nonstick or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat.

• Add a drizzle of olive oil, then place the salmon fillets crust-side down.

• Cook 3–4 minutes per side (depending on thickness), or until done to your liking.

• Plate and drizzle:

• Serve the salmon with a drizzle of the balsamic glaze over the top or around the plate.

Bonus Tips:

• This goes great with roasted sweet potatoes or a bed of arugula salad with citrus vinaigrette.

• The glaze can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for a week.