Baked Salmon is a recipe that brings joy with its succulent and delicate salmon fillets, marinated in a flavoursome combination of herbs and spices, and baked to perfection in the oven. This dish offers a hassle-free way to create a delectable seafood meal that will impress your loved ones and guests. Whether you're hosting a dinner gathering or enjoying a cosy meal at home, Baked Salmon is sure to satisfy everyone's taste buds. So, let's delve into the straightforward instructions of this recipe and relish the delightful flavours of impeccably baked salmon
Course Main Course
Cuisine British, Caribbean
Keyword baked fish, baked salmon, butter, garlic, lemon, mustard, old bay, panko, salmon, seafood, thyme
Servings 6people
Calories 187kcal
Ingredients
450gramsbutter
32gramsgarlicminced
128gramsmustardwhole gran
15gramsfresh thymechopped
2lemonsjuiced
2tbspOld Bay seasoning
1tspsalt
2tspblack pepperfreshly ground
360gramspanko breadcrumbsdo not substitute regular breadcrumbs
11.4 - 1.8kgside of salmonskin on, pin bones removed
Instructions
Whisk the butter with an electric mixer until it becomes light and fluffy
Add the minced garlic, whole grain mustard, chopped fresh thyme, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, salt, pepper, and panko breadcrumbs to the mixture and mix thoroughly
Line a small sheet pan with parchment paper or waxed paper and place the salmon, skin side down, on the pan
Blot the salmon with paper towels to remove any excess moisture
Spread the butter mixture onto the salmon, creating a ¼ inch crust while the butter is still soft
If desired, cover the salmon with plastic wrap and refrigerate once the butter has hardened
Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F)
Bake the salmon for approximately 12 minutes, or until it is still slightly pink
Using two long flat spatulas, carefully lift the salmon off the paper and transfer it to a serving platter
This dish can also be prepared as individual portions if desired
