Broiled Salmon Recipe

Time25m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Preheat
Position oven rack about 6 inches (15 cm) below the broiler element. Preheat the broiler on high for 5 minutes so it reaches full heat.
2
Prepare fillets
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels (skin side down if present). This helps the surface brown under the broiler.
3
Season
Brush both sides of each fillet with olive oil (use about 1/2 tbs per fillet). Sprinkle kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper evenly over the flesh side. Zest the lemon directly over the fillets, then squeeze 1 tablespoon of lemon juice across all fillets.
4
Arrange for broiling
Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil for easier cleanup and place a wire rack on the sheet if you have one (this promotes air circulation and even cooking). Place the fillets skin-side down on the rack or directly on the foil if not using a rack, leaving space between pieces for heat circulation.
5
Broil
Place the baking sheet under the preheated broiler, about 6 inches from the heat source. Broil on high for 6–9 minutes, depending on thickness: about 6 minutes for 3/4-inch thick fillets, 8–9 minutes for 1-inch thick. Do not flip. The salmon is done when the top is lightly browned and the flesh flakes easily with a fork, with the center still moist (internal temperature 125–130°F / 52–54°C for medium-rare to medium).

6
Finish with butter
If using, add 1 tablespoon unsalted butter to a small saucepan and melt over low heat, or dot the melted butter over the hot fillets immediately after they come out of the oven so it melts over the top.
7
Garnish and serve
Sprinkle chopped fresh dill or parsley and a pinch (about 1/4 tsp) of red pepper flakes over the fillets. Taste and add a tiny pinch of salt or an extra squeeze of lemon if desired. Serve immediately.