Heat the oven to 200ºC

Grind the chillie flakes in a mortar and pestle. Add the flakes and herbs to a cutting board and chop finely. Add the salt and pepper and mix through.

Place the salmon in an ovenproof dish or on a baking tray lined with baking paper. Brush or spray with olive oil and add the mixed herbs and seasoning to the surface and rub in.

Bake for about 15 minutes depending on the thickness of the fish.

Salsa

Chop the tomatoes and put in a small bowl. Chop the basil leaves and add to the bowl together with the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper and stir together.

Place the salmon on the serving dish or directly to each plate and garnish with the salsa

Serve with

Orzo flavoured with a bay leaf and vegetable stock

Roast Chickpeas