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Crispy-Skinned Salmon with Whole Lemon–Sesame Sauce

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Dish with yellow sauce and basil leaves over grilled salmon
Photo by Alex Lau, Prop Styling by Amy Wilson, Food Styling by Susie Theodorou

Adding an entire lemon—skin, pith, and flesh—to the sauce provides brightness and texture. Any bitterness from the pith will be offset by the sesame oil and honey. That balance makes it a super versatile condiment that pairs well with grilled or roasted vegetables and is great as a topping for stews and braises come winter.

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