Step 1

Pre-heat the oven to 425ºF/220ºC.

Step 2

Brush each salmon fillet with the maple syrup then season with salt and pepper. Repeat on the underside of the salmon.

Step 3

Lay two slices of prosciutto out on a board, making sure they are overlapping. Place the salmon on the prosciutto top side down and fold the prosciutto over to cover the salmon. Repeat with the second fillet.

Step 4

Place a cast iron skillet or oven proof frying pan over a medium-high heat and add the olive oil.

Step 5

Once the pan is hot, carefully place the salmon in the pan, seam side down.

Step 6

Cook the salmon for 1 minute then carefully flip and cook for another minute on the top side.

Step 7

Flip the salmon again and place it in the hot oven for 4-5 minutes (see note 4)