Black Pepper Roasted Salmon Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon green tea rubs (a mixture of green tea leaves, sugar, and spices)
• 1 lb (450g) fresh salmon fillet, skin on
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary or 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
• Optional: 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts or almonds, for garnish

Instructions:

Prepare the Green Tea Rubs:

• Combine the green tea leaves, sugar, and spices in a small bowl to create the green tea rubs. This mixture will be used to season the salmon fillet.

Season the Salmon:

• Pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels. Rub the green tea rubs all over the salmon, pressing the rubs into the flesh to ensure they adhere well.
• In a small bowl, mix the freshly ground black pepper, dried or fresh thyme, and dried or fresh rosemary. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the salmon fillet, pressing it gently into the flesh.

Preheat the Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.

Roast the Salmon:

• Place the seasoned salmon fillet, skin-side down, on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the olive oil over the salmon.
• Roast the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and the flesh flakes easily with a fork. The skin should be crispy and golden brown.

Finish and Serve:

• Remove the roasted salmon from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Transfer the salmon to a serving plate.
• Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and, if desired, toasted pine nuts or almonds.
• Serve the Black Pepper Roasted Salmon immediately, enjoying the tender, flavorful fish with the aromatic herbs and the subtle hint of green tea from the rubs.