Step 1

Let salmon rest at room temperature 10 minutes.

Step 2

Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl whisk together coriander, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, nutmeg and cayenne pepper.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a 12-inch non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Season both sides of salmon with salt and pepper then sprinkle and rub both sides with the spice mixture.

Step 5

Cook salmon in skillet about 3 - 4 minutes per side. Plate and top with lemon yogurt sauce and garnish with cilantro.

Step 6

In a small mixing bowl whisk together yogurt, cream, zest, juice, garlic and cilantro, season lightly with salt and pepper. Let rest at room temperature while preparing salmon (or gently warm in microwave, you don't want cold sauce on warm salmon).

Step 7

Recipe source: Cooking Classy