Ep 5. Salmon

Tyler's Ultimate is a food show that explores different dishes and ingredients to create the ultimate versions of classic recipes. In season 1 episode 5 titled "Salmon," Tyler Florence creates a mouth-watering salmon dish that is sure to impress any seafood lover.

Tyler starts by introducing the star of the show - a fresh, wild-caught salmon. He demonstrates how to fillet it perfectly and then introduces an ingredient that he believes adds a unique and delicious twist - maple syrup. Tyler notes that while salmon can sometimes be overpowering, the maple syrup adds a subtle sweetness that complements the fish perfectly.

Next, Tyler shares his recipe for a homemade spice blend that he uses to season the salmon. His blend includes cumin, garlic, onion, coriander, and smoked paprika. He explains that while the maple syrup adds sweetness, the spice blend adds a bit of heat and depth of flavor.

After seasoning the salmon, Tyler puts it in the oven to cook and moves on to creating the perfect side dish - roasted Brussel sprouts. He shows viewers how to cut and roast the Brussel sprouts, then adds some bacon for extra flavor. Tyler explains that the saltiness of the bacon is a great contrast to the sweetness of the salmon and maple syrup.

While the salmon and Brussel sprouts are roasting, Tyler shares two different sauce recipes to pair with the salmon. The first is a simple and classic dill sauce made with yogurt, mayonnaise, dill, and lemon juice. The second is a more unique peach and red onion chutney that adds a sweet and tangy flavor profile to the dish.

Finally, after all the components are ready, Tyler plates the dish and serves it up. The perfectly cooked salmon is topped with the dill sauce and sit alongside the roasted Brussel sprouts, bacon, and peach chutney. Tyler takes a bite and declares it the ultimate salmon dish.

Throughout the episode, Tyler's passion for cooking and creating the perfect dishes shines through. He provides helpful tips and techniques that even novice cooks can follow to create impressive meals at home. By combining classic ingredients with new twists, Tyler creates a salmon dish that is sure to become a household favorite.