4center-cut salmon filletsskin removed (5 to 6 ounces each)
2strips baconcooked and crumbled
2teaspoonsbacon fat
1clovegarlicminced
1tablespoonketchup
2tablespoonsbrown sugar
1 to 1-1/2teaspoonssmoked paprika
1/2teaspoonsalt
Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425°F, line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and coat with nonstick spray.
Arrange the salmon fillets on the prepared pan and set aside.
In a small bowl, thoroughly combine the bacon fat, garlic, ketchup, brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of the smoked paprika, salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Taste and add more smoked paprika if desired.
Divide the glaze evenly over the salmon fillets and roast for 8 minutes.
Remove from the oven and sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the fillets. Return the salmon to the oven until it's cooked to medium doneness, 1 to 3 minutes longer. Serve immediately.