Preheat the oven to 450 degrees
When the oven is hot add the oil to a baking dish large enough to hold the salmon fillet.
Heat the baking dish for 5 minutes or so.
Meanwhile melt the butter over medium heat in a saucepan, add the almonds, and season with salt.
Cook, stirring, until the almonds are brown.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and place the salmon in it, skin side down.
Season with salt and pepper; spoon the browned almonds on top.
Place the dish in the oven and set a timer for 10 minutes.
Check for doneness-this dish is best when served rare.
Yields four to six servings.