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Two perfectly cooked salmon fillets seasoned with spices, ready to be enjoyed as part of a salmon recipe.

What I Cook When I Crave Salmon Recipes

This recipe offers a flavorful and healthy way to prepare salmon, inspired by Lebanese-Italian roots. It's perfect for weeknights and can be adapted for low-carb lifestyles.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Lebanese, Mediterranean
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salmon
  • 1.5 pounds salmon fillets wild caught if possible
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for brushing
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 0.25 teaspoon cumin

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Aluminum foil or parchment paper
  • small bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Allow the salmon to come to room temperature.
  2. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper and brush it with olive oil.
  3. Pat each salmon fillet dry and place it on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down. Brush the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with kosher salt.
  4. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and cumin. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the salmon fillets.
  5. Bake for 10 to 16 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets. The salmon is done when it is tender and pink in the center (internal temperature between 125°F to 130°F). A 1-inch thick fillet typically takes about 15 minutes. For a crispy top, you can broil for the last 2 minutes of cooking, starting when the internal temperature reaches 115°F.

Notes

This recipe is a versatile base. Feel free to adjust the spice blend to your preference. For a different flavor profile, consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice before baking.

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