Basic Salmon Recipe

Basic Salmon Recipe

Ingredients

Makes 4 :Servings

Prep: 5 minutes

Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Serving size 1 fillet

Calories 247 Protein 34 g Carbohydrates <1 g Fat 11 g Fiber <1 g Sugar <1 g Sodium 76 g

• 11/2 pounds wild salmon, sliced into four fillets
• olive oil spray
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
• garnish: lemon juice; finely sliced green onion; sea salt and black pepper

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 420°F
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
3. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel, then lightly spray them with olive oil
4. Rub the fillets with the paprika, cumin, and cayenne (if using)
5. Place the fillets on the baking sheet, skin side down
6. Sprinkle a little cracked black pepper on top of each fillet
7. Bake in the oven for 6 to 8 minutes, then broil for 2 to 3 minutes, until the top and edges look seared or the salmon is cooked through
8. If you have thinner pieces of salmon or prefer the salmon to be soft yet flaky, broil for less time

For Thicker Pieces Of Salmon, Broil .For the full 3 minutes or longer as needed

1. When the salmon is pink and can be easily flaked with a fork, it is considered done; however, being done is a matter of personal preference
2. But to whatever degree you decide to cook it, it should be easily flaked with a fork
3. Remove from the oven, garnish, and enjoy!

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