Perfectly Cooked Salmon
Master the art of cooking salmon to perfection with key indicators of doneness and popular cooking methods.
Ingredients
For Cooking Salmon
- 4 fillets Salmon fillets Preferably skin-on for added moisture
For Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
- 1 teaspoon Pepper To taste
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest Enhances flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) if baking.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
Cooking
- For baking, place fillets on a lined baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes.
- For pan-searing, heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook skin-side down for 3-4 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- For grilling, cook for 6-8 minutes on one side and then 4-6 minutes on the other side.
- For poaching, gently place the fillets in water or broth and poach for 10-15 minutes until fully opaque.
Notes
Always check the salmon for doneness using a fork, looking for flaking texture, opaque color, and an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Let salmon rest for 2-3 minutes after cooking to redistribute juices.