Description
This Chili Crisp Butter Salmon recipe offers a perfect blend of spicy, buttery, and citrusy flavors that elevate fresh salmon fillets. Roasted to tender perfection in the oven, the salmon is coated with a fragrant chili crisp and garlic butter sauce, finished with a squeeze of lemon juice and fresh herbs for a vibrant and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 1 pound Salmon fillets (Fresh, skin-on salmon fillets)
Sauce
- 2-3 tablespoons Chili crisp (Adjust according to spice preference)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (Use high-quality butter for best flavor)
- 2 cloves Garlic (Minced for aromatic depth)
- 1/2 lemon Lemon juice (Freshly squeezed for brightness)
Seasoning & Garnish
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste, freshly cracked)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh herbs (optional, chopped parsley or cilantro for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it is at the perfect temperature for roasting the salmon evenly.
- Prepare Salmon: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Season the fillets with salt and freshly cracked pepper to enhance the natural flavors.
- Make Butter Mixture: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and cook until it becomes fragrant, which should take about 1-2 minutes but be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add Chili Crisp: Stir in the chili crisp into the melted butter and garlic, mixing well to combine the spicy and savory flavors evenly.
- Coat Salmon: Drizzle the chili crisp butter mixture generously over the seasoned salmon fillets. Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the top to add a fresh, bright touch.
- Roast Salmon: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the salmon for 12-15 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, indicating it is cooked through.
- Rest and Garnish: Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro before serving for a fresh and colorful finish.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of chili crisp according to your preferred spice level.
- Fresh lemon juice brightens the dish and balances the richness of the butter and chili crisp.
- Use skin-on salmon to help keep the fillets intact while roasting and add texture.
- If fresh herbs are unavailable, a sprinkle of dried herbs can be used, but fresh is recommended.
- This recipe pairs well with steamed vegetables or a simple rice pilaf.
