Incredible experience at the Burlingame Farmer's Market last Sunday. I was thinking scallops, possibly fresh Ahi. These guys had me sold on the Char. They said "22 minutes, flesh side down, no seasoning". I pushed back a bit " olive oil and salt and pepper, right?" The fishmonger looked at me dubiously. The natural oil from the fish is all that is needed. He also recommended to cover the pan and cut the 1.5 pound piece into two prior to cooking and possibly throw some green onion on top. Dinner that.night was amazing. I used a shallow dutch oven, and a touch of pepper and flaky salt, I then threw on top of the fish some green onion and a tangle of fresh green beans untrimmed. Those green beans, I topped with a little seafood seasoning mix I made which is basically Kosher salt, thyme, cumin, garlic salt, smoked paprika - The seasoning only touched the skin side. I also topped with a cut lemon and left it covered on low heat- ( my stove runs hot) . I dod not touch it for 22 minutes. This was definitely the best thing that I have ever made in my kitchen. Prep time 3 minutes- I have also purchased fresh salmon at the farmers market but was wowed by the Char. Perfect instructions were given and I followed them- mostly. No fishy taste, no smell, perfectly easy to clean. The delicate flesh held together snd was moist yet flaky. The prices are decent and certainly worth it for the quality and freshness. High end restaurant quality! Even if you are a gourmet cook, do less. i love produce and fish in it's most natural state . Don't guild the lily with anything you buy from this vendor. Ask for prep instructions from the experts and you will not be disappointed!! Thanks guys!! read more