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Cajun Butter Baked Salmon

Serves 8

55 min

Cajun Butter Baked Salmon

Recipe GLPR8e2d175675ac18

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Cajun
Main Course
55 min
Servings: 8
Oven
SNAP eligible

A vibrant baked salmon fillet infused with Cajun spices, aromatic garlic, and whole-grain mustard butter. Fresh lemon rounds line the pan and perfume the fish as it bakes, creating a moist, flavorful main course that's finished with a broil for a golden, enriched crust. Topped with bright green onions for a final touch.

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Ingredients

2 lemons, sliced into thin rounds

1 large salmon fillet, about 3 pounds

Kosher salt to taste

Freshly ground black pepper to taste

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard

2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning

1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes

Thinly sliced green onions for garnish

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup. Arrange the lemon slices in a single, even layer across the center of the pan.

  2. Place the salmon fillet skin-side down directly on top of the lemon slices. Season the fish generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper on all sides.

  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, whole-grain mustard, Cajun seasoning, fresh thyme leaves, and crushed red pepper flakes until well combined.

  4. Brush the butter mixture evenly over the entire surface of the salmon fillet, ensuring it's well coated on top and sides.

  5. Bake uncovered for approximately 25 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily when tested with a fork. The internal temperature should reach 145°F.

  6. Switch your oven to broil setting. Place the baking sheet under the broiler for 2 minutes, watching carefully, until the butter mixture becomes golden and slightly thickened.

  7. Remove from the oven and let cool for 2 minutes. Transfer the salmon to a serving platter, garnish generously with the thinly sliced green onions, and serve warm.