Description
Delicious and easy baked salmon steaks with a rich garlic butter sauce, enhanced with fresh lemon juice and parsley. This simple yet flavorful dish is perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Salmon Steaks
- 4 salmon steaks
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the salmon steaks evenly.
- Prepare Garlic Butter Sauce: In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, ensuring the garlic infuses the butter but does not brown.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in the lemon juice, fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper into the garlic butter sauce, mixing well to combine all flavors.
- Arrange Salmon: Place the salmon steaks in a baking dish, spreading them out evenly to allow for uniform baking.
- Apply Sauce and Bake: Pour the prepared garlic butter sauce generously over the salmon. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is fully cooked and flakes easily with a fork.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh salmon steaks to enhance flavor and texture.
- You can garnish with additional fresh parsley or lemon wedges when serving.
- To check doneness, salmon should reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- This recipe pairs well with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
- If you prefer a lower sodium option, reduce the salt amount or omit it entirely.
