Irish Baked Salmon
This baked salmon dish features tender, flaky fillets cooked with butter, fresh herbs, and lemon zest, resulting in a flavorful and delicate texture. The fish is gently baked until just opaque and brown-sugar golden on top, showcasing a simple yet savory preparation. It embodies traditional Irish seaside flavors in an easy-to-make oven-baked presentation.
Equipment
- Baking dish or sheet
- Baking brush or spoon
Ingredients
- 4 fillets salmon fillets preferably skinless
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley or dill, optional
- zest of 1 lemon lemon zest use a microplane or fine grater
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Arrange the salmon fillets in a single layer in the prepared baking dish, skin-side down if applicable.
- Melt the butter in a small bowl, then brush or spoon a generous amount over each fillet, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Sprinkle the chopped parsley or dill over the fillets, then add the lemon zest evenly on top for bright citrus aroma.
- Season each fillet with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the flavors.
- Place the dish in the oven and bake for about 12-15 minutes, until the salmon appears opaque and flakes easily with a fork and the top is golden.
- Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes; it will be tender, flaky, and fragrant with herbs and lemon.
- Serve the baked salmon alongside crusty bread or boiled potatoes for a classic Irish presentation, garnished with extra herbs if desired.
