Basic Recipe for Broiled Salmon

My Carolina Kitchen's basic recipe by Sam Hoffer

1 1/2 pounds boneless fresh salmon fillets, preferably with the skin left intact

2 to 3 teaspoons grape seed oil, or other neutral tasting oil

Kosher salt or sea salt & freshly ground black pepper

Lemon wedges or pats of unsalted butter, optional

Cut the salmon into four pieces approximately the same size and weight. Put salmon on a plate, rub with oil, season with salt & pepper, and allow the salmon to sit at room temperature for 10 to 20 minutes.

Preheat an electric broiler. Arrange the salmon in one layer, skin side down, on an unheated sheet pan lined with heavy duty foil for easy clean-up. Place the salmon under the broiler about six to seven inches from the source of heat. Broil 8 to 10 minutes or just until the pieces are cooked through. It is not necessary to turn the salmon. If salmon starts to get too crispy on the top, change from broil to bake and bake at 400 degrees until done. Do not overcook or the salmon will be dry. Allow to rest for a few minutes before serving.

If desired, dot with a pat of unsalted butter or squeeze a few drops of lemon juice on the top.