Chef John'S Salmon Recipe

Name: Chef John'S Salmon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) center-cut salmon fillets, with skin; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 1 clove garlic, sliced; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 3 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 1 pinch cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

1
Season salmon fillets with kosher salt. Line a baking baking sheet with foil and brush lightly with vegetable oil.
2
Preheat oven's broiler on high and set the oven rack about 8 inches from the heat source.
3
Process garlic, tarragon, and parsley in a blender or mortar and pestle to form a loose paste.
4
Mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and cayenne pepper into garlic paste until combined.
5
Place salmon fillets skin side down on the baking sheet. Spoon herb spread over the top and sides of each fillet.
6
Cook under the preheated broiler until fillets are well-browned, about 5 minutes. Turn the broiler off and turn the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
7
Bake until the internal temperature of the salmon is 130 degrees F (55 degrees C) and salmon flakes easily with a fork, about 3 to 4 minutes.

203

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (8 ounce) center-cut salmon fillets, with skin, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, 1 clove garlic, sliced, and more.

Yes, Chef John'S Salmon falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chef John'S Salmon

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Variations & substitutions

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