Spicy Baked Salmon

⏱ 20 mins 🍽 6 serving(s) 🏷 < 30 Mins

This recipe offers a speedy way to prepare salmon with a punchy, aromatic coating. The fillets are seasoned with a mix of paprika, cayenne, thyme, and garlic, then baked until perfectly cooked. It's an ideal choice for a fast weeknight dinner that doesn't compromise on taste. The method is straightforward, requiring minimal preparation for maximum flavour.

Spicy Baked Salmon

Ingredients

  • 18 ounces salmon fillets
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 2 tablespoons onions, minced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper, freshly ground
  • 3/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil

Method

  1. Mix all the seasoning ingredients together and coat the top of the salmon fillets evenly.
  2. Place the salmon skin side down in an oven preheated to 350 and bake for 20 to 40 minutes, adjusting for the fillet's thickness.
  3. For a grilled version, cook the salmon over high heat for 10 to 15 minutes, again based on thickness.
  4. Leave the salmon undisturbed during cooking and do not flip it over.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium154000 mg

Recipe details

Category< 30 Mins
AuthorAmyZoe