Ingredients:

  • 24 oz fresh salmon fillets
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried oregano or thyme
  • 1 fresh lemon, half sliced and half juiced

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven. Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). Note: A hot oven is crucial for that immediate sizzle when the fish enters.
  2. Prepare the baking sheet. Line a large tray with parchment paper.
  3. Dry the fillets. Pat the 24 oz fresh salmon fillets with paper towels until they are bone dry to the touch.
  4. Create the rub. In a small bowl, whisk together the 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 3 cloves minced garlic, 1 tsp salt, 0.5 tsp pepper, and 1 tsp dried herbs.
  5. Apply the seasoning. Lay the salmon on the tray and brush the herb mixture over the top and sides. Notice the aroma of the garlic hitting the oil.
  6. Add the citrus. Drizzle the juice from half the lemon over the fillets and top each one with a few lemon slices.
  7. Bake the fish. Slide the tray into the center of the oven for 12 minutes. Watch for the color to change from deep red to a pale pink.
  8. Check for doneness. Insert a fork into the thickest part; it should flake apart easily. You should smell the roasted lemon oils releasing.
  9. The rest period. Remove from the oven and let the fish sit on the tray for 3 minutes before serving.