Description
This Bacon Jam Salmon combines smoky bacon and savory salmon, glazed for an unforgettable meal. Perfect for a quick dinner or special occasion!
Ingredients
- Whole salmon filet (about 2 to 2 ½ pounds, skin on)
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
- Onion bacon jam
- Fresh parsley and chives
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and prepare a baking sheet 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, coating it evenly.
- Mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper; sprinkle over the salmon.
- Spread bacon jam evenly across the salmon surface.
- Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until flaky and cooked to 130°F in the thickest part.
- Let it rest for 2 to 3 minutes and garnish with parsley and chives before serving.
Notes
Avoid overcooking salmon for the best texture.
If the bacon jam is too thick, warm slightly before spreading for easy application.
Lemon slices can add aroma and flavor; consider using them before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg