Best Ever Salmon Dry Rub (Salmon Seasoning)

Salmon Dry Rub:

1. In a small bowl, mix the smoked paprika , garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, brown sugar, kosher salt, and cayenne pepper together.
2. Place the salmon skin-side down on a plate and sprinkle about ¾ teaspoon of the seasoning on top of each piece, evenly coating them.  Lightly rub the seasoning into the salmon. Then, cook the salmon according to your preferred method (see below).
3. Store extra salmon dry rub in a sealed jar like a mason jar or spice jar, in a cool place. It will last up to 6 months.

Cooking Instructions:

1. To grill the salmon on a grill: Heat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan over medium high heat. Brush the grill rack well with oil. Place the salmon on the grill, seasoned side down and cook until browned, about 3 minutes. Flip and cook another 3-5 minutes to desired doneness.
2. To bake the salmon in the oven: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place the salmon on an oiled sheet pan and bake in the oven 10-15 minutes until it reaches desired doneness.
3. To cook the salmon on the stove: Heat a nonstick skillet on the stove over medium high heat and spray with olive oil. Place the salmon in the pan, seasoned side down and cook until browned, about 3 minutes. Flip and cook another 3-5 minutes to desired doneness.
4. To cook the salmon in an air fryer: Heat an air fryer to 400°F. Spray or brush the rack with olive oil. Add the salmon to the air fryer in a single layer. Cook 6-10 minutes to desired doneness.