Cumin Crusted Salmon

Ingredients

• Salmon fillets (4 (6-ounce) fillets)
• Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
• Ground cumin (1 tablespoon)
• Paprika (1 teaspoon)
• Garlic powder (1 teaspoon)
• Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
• Black pepper (1/4 teaspoon)
• Fresh parsley (1/4 cup, chopped (for garnish))
• Lemon wedges (1 lemon, cut into wedges (for serving))

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a small bowl, combine the ground cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a spice blend.
3. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to ensure a crispy skin. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of each salmon fillet, pressing gently to adhere the spices.
4. In an oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
5. Carefully add the salmon fillets to the skillet, skin-side down. Cook for 2-3 minutes without moving them, until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
6. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
7. Once cooked, remove the skillet from the oven and let the salmon rest for a few minutes to enhance its juiciness.
8. Serve the cumin crusted salmon with lemon wedges and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.