Description
Experience the irresistible flavor of Bacon Jam Salmon, a simple yet mouthwatering dish perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. This recipe combines fresh salmon with sweet and smoky bacon jam, delivering a delightful harmony of tastes that is sure to impress anyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole salmon filet (about 2 to 2 ½ pounds, skin on)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup onion bacon jam
- Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- Chives (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil.
- Place the salmon skin-side down on the baking sheet and pat dry with a paper towel.
- Drizzle olive oil over the salmon, spreading evenly.
- Mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl and sprinkle over the salmon.
- Spoon onion bacon jam over the salmon and spread evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Let the salmon rest for a few minutes and garnish with parsley and chives before serving.
Notes
Ensure the salmon is at room temperature before seasoning for even cooking.
Don’t skip the garnishes; they add freshness and enhance presentation.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 98mg