The Best Salmon Dinner Night

The Best Salmon Dinner Night

This easy Barrel & Spice Co. salmon recipe delivers bold flavor with a beautiful crust and plenty of flexibility. Choose Honey Pecan for a sweet, nutty profile or Cherry Chipotle for a smoky sweet-heat flavor, then layer with SPG Black before cooking.

Grill it, smoke it, sear it in cast iron, or bake it at 400°F for an easy dinner that works any night of the week.

Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets, about 6 oz each
• 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2–3 tablespoons Barrel & Spice Co. Honey Pecan
  OR
• 2–3 tablespoons Barrel & Spice Co. Cherry Chipotle
• 2–3 tablespoons Barrel & Spice Co. SPG Black
• Lemon wedges, optional
• Fresh herbs, optional

Prepare the Salmon

1. Pat the salmon fillets dry and allow them to sit at room temperature for approximately 15 minutes.
2. Lightly brush or drizzle the salmon with olive oil.
3. Generously season with Honey Pecan or Cherry Chipotle.
4. Add a good layer of SPG Black over the top before cooking.
5. Choose your preferred cooking method below.
6. Allow the salmon to rest for approximately 3–5 minutes before serving.

Grill

1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400–450°F.
2. Place the salmon skin-side down.
3. Grill for approximately 4–5 minutes.
4. Flip and cook for another 3–5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches approximately 125–130°F.

Smoke

1. Preheat your smoker to 225°F.
2. Place the salmon skin-side down.
3. Smoke for approximately 45–60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches approximately 125°F.

Cast-Iron Sear

1. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add a small amount of oil.
3. Place the salmon skin-side down and sear for approximately 4–5 minutes.
4. Flip and cook for another 3–4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches approximately 125–130°F.

Bake

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Place the salmon on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
3. Bake for approximately 12–15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches approximately 125–130°F.

Chef Tip

Salmon will continue to cook slightly after you remove it from the heat. For a moist, flaky result, pulling it around 125°F works well if that level of doneness suits you. USDA guidance for food safety recommends cooking fin fish to 145°F.

Finish with fresh herbs and lemon wedges if desired.

Bold Flavor. Real Ingredients. Unforgettable Results.