The Iron Chef’s method results in perfectly cooked fish every time.

Ive used it ever since, and my salmon always comes out moist and flaky.

I actually picked up a few tips, but one stood out in particular.

A split image of Geoffrey Zakarian and a baking dish with two salmon fillet on top of broccoli

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So, when it leaks out, the fish loses moisture and nutrients.

The result was moist fillets with tender flakes that yielded with a gentle press of a fork.

Heres how its done.

Two baked salmon fillets on top of broccoli in a white baking dish

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Because even cuts result in even cooking, double-check that the fillets are cut into uniform shapes and sizes.

Like GZ, I layer on the flavor when time permits.

A dollop ofpestoonto the uncooked fillets is an especially delicious pairing when serving the salmon withfettuccine alfredo.