Salmon Recipe
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Ingredients
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Salmon & Marinade
Finish & Garnish
Method
Salmon & Marinade
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Prepare and marinate
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them skin-side down in a shallow dish or rimmed baking sheet. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbs olive oil, 2 tbs lemon juice, 1 tbs soy sauce, 1 tbs honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, 1 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper until combined. Pour the marinade over the fillets, rubbing gently to coat both top and sides. Cover and refrigerate for 15–30 minutes (up to 2 hours for more flavor).
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Bring to room temperature
About 15 minutes before cooking, remove the salmon from the refrigerator to come closer to room temperature. This helps cook the fillets evenly.
Cook & Finish
- 3
Preheat and oil the pan
Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C) if finishing in the oven, or heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat if searing then oven-finishing. Add 1 tbs olive oil to the skillet and let it shimmer.
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Sear the salmon
Remove excess marinade (reserve marinade for spooning or discard) and place the fillets in the hot skillet, skin-side down. Press gently with a spatula for about 15 seconds to keep the skin flat. Cook 3–4 minutes without moving, until the skin is crisp and releases easily from the pan.
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Finish cooking
If the fillets are thick or you prefer a gentler cook, transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 5–8 minutes until the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 125–130°F (52–55°C) for medium-rare to medium. For stovetop-only, lower heat to medium-low, cover with a lid, and cook an additional 4–6 minutes until done to your liking.
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