Baked Salmon with Lemon Butter Cream Sauce
This delicious baked salmon dish is enhanced by a creamy lemon butter sauce, making it a luxurious and comforting meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Marinade
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons old-style Dijon mustard
- 5 pieces skinless salmon fillets (about 5 oz each)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- to taste Salt
Lemon Butter Cream Sauce
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1-2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (optional) Adjust to taste for tanginess
- 1 tablespoon parsley (finely chopped) For garnishing
- as needed Lemon slices for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, mix lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard. Coat the salmon fillets with this marinade and season with black pepper and salt.
Baking
- Place the marinated salmon in a skillet or baking dish and bake for about 10-15 minutes.
- While the salmon bakes, melt butter in a saucepan over low-medium heat. Add minced garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream, bringing it to a gentle boil until it thickens slightly. Add more lemon juice if desired.
Serving
- Once the salmon is cooked, pour the sauce over the fillets and let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For best results, use wild-caught salmon if available. Adjust the garlic level and mustard type based on personal preference. Serve with chilled white wine for an excellent pairing.