Crispy Salmon Recipe
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
3 servings
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Calories
248 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Crispy Salmon Recipe
Description
In the Crispy Salmon Recipe, a single salmon fillet is prepared with a simple spice mixture that enhances its natural flavor without overpowering it. Coated in avocado oil and sprinkled with a blend of paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and coriander, the salmon is broiled to develop a crispy surface while maintaining a juicy interior. Broiling on a high setting concentrates heat on the fish, creating a toasted exterior texture. This cooking approach allows even thicker cuts to reach doneness without drying out by monitoring internal temperature.
The combination of spices lends gentle warmth and earthy notes, while the avocado oil helps crisp the salmon’s surface. Serve it with your preferred vegetables or grains, leveraging the salmon’s crispy crust and tender flesh to complement milder sides. The skin side-down placement during cooking keeps the skin crisp and helps keep the fillet intact.
For those following a Low-FODMAP diet, the recipe notes suggest replacing the garlic and onion powders with dried oregano and thyme, which will retain herbal flavor without triggering sensitivity. Allow the cooked salmon to rest for 5 minutes after broiling to finish cooking and settle juices before serving.
Ingredients
- 1 (1-pound) salmon fillet
- 2 teaspoons avocado oil or cooking oil of choice
- 1 pinch salt sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
Instructions
- Preheat your oven on the high broil setting.
- Spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray, or lightly oil the bottom of a casserole dish and place the salmon fillet in it skin side down. Drizzle avocado oil over the flesh of the salmon and use your hands to spread it over the full surface so that everything is coated. Sprinkle with sea salt.
- In a small bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and coriander. Sprinkle this mixture liberally over the salmon (note: you may have leftover seasoning, and that's fine! You can use it for future salmon/chicken/steak endeavors or on vegetables).
- Place the salmon on the third-to-the-top shelf of the oven and broil for 10 minutes. (6 minutes for rare salmon, and up to 15 minutes for a very thick cut of salmon). Remove from the oven and allow salmon to cool 5 minutes before serving with your favorite side dishes.Note that salmon is considered fully cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit. Insert a digital thermometer into the thickest part of the salmon to check for doneness.
Notes
- Avocado oil adds crispiness and helps the seasoning stick to the salmon.
- Broil the salmon skin side down to keep the skin crispy and protect the flesh.
- Check internal temperature to ensure salmon is cooked through but not overdone; 145°F is recommended.
- To make the recipe Low-FODMAP friendly, swap onion and garlic powders with dried oregano and thyme.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 248 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 16-oz filet | |
| Calories | 248kcal | 12% |
| Protein | 48g | 96% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Sodium | 200mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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