Roasted Salmon with Smoked Paprika Glaze
Although I love grilling salmon, in this recipe we’ll roast it. This method is really simple and produces a moist and flavorful fish. A smoky and sweet glaze complements the salmon fillets.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh salmon
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 Tbs. honey
- 1 tsp. ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp white pepper
- 2 Tbs. Spanish smoked paprika
- 2 tsp. coarse salt
Directions
- Start by preheating the oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed cookie sheet with foil.
- Rinse the salmon and pat it dry. We cut the salmon into 5 pieces of 5-6 ounces each and then a few smaller pieces for lighter eaters or leftovers. Place the salmon on the foil-lined cookie sheet skin-side down.
- In a bowl, combine the rest of the ingredients and stir well. Pour half of it into a ramekin to reserve for the table. Brush the rest of the glaze on the flesh side of the large pieces of salmon.
- Roast the salmon in the oven for 10 minutes. Check for doneness, but find that it is not quite ready. Cook it for a few more minutes.
- With tongs, lift the salmon off the foil onto the dinner plates. Leave behind the skin of the salmon and serve immediately.
Serves 5