Broiled Salmon with Udon and Spicy Cucumbers

Optionally, score the salmon fillets in a diamond pattern. Place on a wire rack set over a baking sheet.

Drizzle salmon with soy sauce and rub it in. Season generously with your preferred all-purpose seasoning.

Place the salmon on the middle rack of the oven and broil on high for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly charred.

While the salmon cooks, prepare the cucumber salad. In a container with a lid, combine the sliced cucumber, minced garlic, paprika, red pepper flakes, soy sauce, and sesame oil.

Add the mixed sesame seeds, seal the container, and shake well to combine. Set aside.

Towards the end of the salmon's cooking time, heat the pre-cooked udon noodles according to package directions.

Transfer the hot noodles to a bowl. Add a pat of butter and a drizzle of soy sauce. Mix until the butter is melted and the noodles are evenly coated.

To serve, place a portion of noodles in a bowl and top with a broiled salmon fillet. Serve the spicy cucumber salad on the side.

Garnish with black sesame seeds, if desired, and enjoy.