How to Broil Salmon to Medium Rare
With its firm texture and melt-in-your-mouth taste, medium rare salmon is a treat for the taste buds. Cook marinated salmon under the broiler to make the inside of your salmon steak tender and delicious. By soaking the fish with a flavorful marinade made from sugar, olive oil and spices, you can turn a simple meal into an elegant feast. It's important to watch salmon carefully as you cook it under the broiler to get it a succulent medium rare in the center. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Measuring spoons
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
- Gallon-sized plastic freezer bag
- 3 cloves chopped garlic
- 1 tsp. chopped basil
- 1 tsp. chopped dill
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless salmon
- Broiler pan
- Aluminum foil
- Sharp knife
- 1/4 tsp. chili pepper (optional)
Instructions
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Pour 2 tbsp. olive oil, 2 tsp. water, 1 tsp. of salt and 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper in a gallon-sized plastic freezer bag. Add 3 cloves chopped garlic and 1 tsp. each chopped fresh basil and dill. Add 1/4 cup granulated sugar to the mixture.
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Place 1 lb. skinless, boneless salmon fillets in the bag. Squeeze out the air and seal the bag. Slosh the mixture around the fish to coat it. Place the marinade in the refrigerator for an hour.
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Cover a broiler pan with foil. Flatten the foil against the pan and use a sharp knife to score along the opening of the pan. Turn on the broiler to the highest setting.
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Remove the salmon fillets from the refrigerator and arrange them on the lined broiler pan.
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Place the pan 4 to 6 inches under the broiler flame. Cook the salmon for 7 to 8 minutes for medium rare, 9 to 10 minutes for medium and 12 minutes for well done.
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Tips & Warnings
Add 1/4 tsp. chili pepper to the marinade to give your salmon a spicy kick.
For better flavor and texture, purchase wild-caught salmon.
References
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