Seattle Salmon Rub

Here in Seattle we eat a lot of salmon, so we're always on the lookout for new preparations. We start this blend by lightly roasting Tellicherry black pepper, cumin, coriander, and fennel. This mellows and deepens the flavors to complement the delicate taste of salmon (and even tuna or mahi-mahi). We add star anise, orange peel, brown sugar, and a touch of salt for a blend that celebrates our close ties with Asia while remaining decidedly Northwest.