Seared Marinated Salmon

Thursday, August 7th, I had the divine pleasure of going to one of my favorite restaurants. One of my favorites because I get the same thing every time! Republic in Union Square is a noodle restaurant with fine broth noodles, rice dishes, etc. But it was the Seared Marinated Salmon (below) that first drew my attention.

You have yourself a hefty piece of perfectly seasoned salmon seared to a crisp, with delicious skin.

Seared Marinated Salmon at Republic - Union Square

Well, I prefer my salmon well-done. You can see the seasoning within the cuts. The salmon gently lay over a beautiful heap of curry rice with raisins and a nice side of pickled carrots and daikons to add the perfect touch of tang, sweet and sour crunch. So you have the savory of the salmon, the richness and sweetness of the curry rice with raisins, then a final BAM! of tart and crunch from the pickled veggies. OMG! If you aren't salivating, never mind that, you should be! I was sold at first bite and for the past several years, I have tried nothing else. I recommend the noodles as well, but it is of course wherever your taste buds take you.

Spicy Beef at Republic

Pictured to the left is the Spicy Beef broth noodles made with wheat noodles, rare beef, garlic, onion, lemongrass, chili peppers, bean sprouts, scallions, and fried shallots.

Remember food should always be a journey. Hope you definitely try either dish for yourself and tell me all about it.