How Long To Bake Salmon?

Salmon is a very versatile fish that bakes up moist and flaky. Here are some general guidelines for baking salmon:

Thickness

For salmon fillets 1 inch thick or thinner, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes.

For salmon fillets between 1-2 inches thick, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes.

For salmon steaks or fillets over 2 inches thick, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18-25 minutes.

Doneness

Salmon is fully cooked and safe to eat when the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. For medium-rare, it will be translucent and pink in the center.

Temperature

An instant-read food thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the fillet, not touching bone, should register 145°F (63°C). The fish will continue to rise another 5 degrees as it rests.

Use these guidelines as a starting point and adjust the baking time up or down a few minutes according to the thickness and desired doneness of your salmon fillets or steaks.

Enjoy your perfectly baked salmon!

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