Mirelurk Hunter’s Salmon Plate (Vault-Safe Edition)

Ingredients

• 680 g raw Atlantic salmon (4 portions, ~170 g each)
• 520 g russet potatoes, diced (about 1.5–2 lb)
• 400–480 g broccoli florets
• 4 tsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 3/4 tsp kosher salt (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)

Instructions

1. Activate the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
2. Roast the Potatoes: Toss diced russet potatoes with ~1/3 of the glaze (just enough to lightly coat). Air fry at 400°F (204°C) for 14–16 minutes, shaking halfway, until crisp-tender. Remove and hold warm.
3. Crisp the Broccoli: Toss broccoli with a small splash of the glaze (or just salt + a spritz of oil). Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 6–8 minutes until tender with browned edges. Remove and hold warm.
4. Hunt the Mirelurk (Salmon): Pat salmon dry. Brush with remaining glaze. Air fry at 390°F (199°C) for 8–10 minutes (thickness-dependent) until flaky and just cooked through.
5. Assemble: Plate salmon with potatoes and broccoli. Optional: finish with fresh lemon wedges.

Overview

After the Great Collapse, “Mirelurk meat” became a prized surface protein: dense, sustaining, and worth the risk. This Vault-safe interpretation keeps the vibe, drops the danger, and delivers a family-friendly plate that still works inside a cut.

Theme: Surface Protein Ration
Profile: High-protein, moderate-carb, kid-safe
Method: Air fryer (fast + repeatable)
Vibe: Crispy edges, herby-citrus finish, comfort dinner without drama

Cut-Friendly Target (Per Adult Serving)

Approximate values (will vary by salmon type and potato size):

• Calories: ~470
• Protein: ~39 g
• Carbs: ~30 g
• Fat: ~19 g

Vault Notes

Family Dial

• Kid-safe default: as written (no heat).
• Adult “afterburn” option: add chili flakes or a hot sauce drizzle after plating (keeps the base kid-friendly).

Portion Control (If You Need to Tighten Macros)

• Lower carbs: drop potatoes to 100 g raw per serving (400 g total).
• Lower fat: use 5 oz (142 g) salmon per serving instead of 6 oz.
• More volume: increase broccoli freely (very low calorie impact).

Timing Tips (Single Air Fryer)

1. Potatoes first (hold warm)
2. Broccoli second (hold warm)
3. Salmon last (serve immediately)

Serve With

• Lemon wedges
• A simple side salad (mixed greens + vinegar)
• Pickles (Vault brine counts as morale)