Step 1

Start by seasoning your salmon with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with lemon zest.

Step 2

Next take bacon and wrap around the salmon fillets. I did 2 pieces of bacon per piece of salmon. Depending on how large or small your salmon fillets are the bacon can be adjusted.

Step 3

In a skillet on medium-high heat you will pan sear your bacon salmon for 2-3 minutes. Then flip the fillet over and cook the other side.

Step 4

Preheat the oven and once the bacon is done searing cook in the oven broiling on high for 3-4 minutes or until the salmon reaches 145 degrees F.

Step 5

Now, you can flip the bacon salmon over half way through cooking in the oven. That will ensure a more even cook on the bacon.

Step 6

Once the bacon wrapped salmon is done, you can remove from the oven and brush with the maple syrup if you want. It will add a nice sweetness to the salmon.