Ingredients

4cupsfrozen shredded potatoes,(hash browns)

2tbspsnipped chives

2tbspall-purpose flour

salt and freshly ground pepper

32ozskinless salmon fillets

1cupvegetable oil

1½tspfresh lemon juice

1tspDijon mustard

1½tbspextra-virgin olive oil

4ozherb salad mix,(6 cups)

Preparation

In a medium bowl, toss the potatoes with the chives and flour and season with salt and pepper.

Lay the salmon fillets on a work surface and season with salt and pepper. Evenly pat the shredded potatoes onto the top of each fillet.

In a large nonstick skillet, heat the oil until shimmering.

Carefully add the salmon fillets to the oil, potato side down, and cook for about 8 minutes over moderately high heat, undisturbed, until browned.

Carefully flip the salmon and cook for 1 minute longer.

Using a slotted spatula, transfer the salmon to plates. Blot off any excess oil.

Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk the lemon juice, mustard, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.

Add the herb salad mix and toss to coat. Transfer the salad and salmon to plates and serve.