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62. Roasted Garlic and Herb Butter Keto Salmon Steaks with Lemon Caper Sauce

Embark on a culinary journey with this delectable Roasted Garlic and Herb Butter Keto Salmon Steaks with Lemon Caper Sauce recipe, guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Dive into the world of flavors as we explore the harmonious blend of roasted garlic’s nutty richness, herb butter’s savory indulgence, and tangy lemon caper sauce that elevate the succulent salmon steaks to new heights.

Ingredients:

  • 6 (6-ounce) salmon steaks, skin-on
  • 3 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh chives
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1/4 cup of capers
  • 1/4 cup of chopped fresh dill

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
  2. Pat the salmon steaks dry with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Brush the salmon steaks with the olive oil mixture.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine the softened butter, garlic, parsley, thyme, and chives.
  6. Spread the herb butter mixture on top of the salmon steaks.
  7. Place the salmon steaks on a greased baking sheet.
  8. Roast the salmon steaks in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
  9. While the salmon is cooking, make the lemon caper sauce.
  10. In a small saucepan, combine the lemon zest and juice, capers, and dill.
  11. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
  12. Remove the salmon steaks from the oven and spoon the lemon caper sauce over the top.
  13. Serve the roasted garlic and herb butter keto salmon steaks with lemon caper sauce immediately.

Tips:

  • To ensure evenly cooked salmon steaks, make sure they are all of similar thickness.
  • If you don’t have fresh herbs on hand, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried parsley, thyme, and chives instead.
  • For a more intense flavor, roast the garlic cloves whole and then mince them before adding them to the butter mixture.
  • To make the lemon caper sauce ahead of time, simply refrigerate it for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, reheat the sauce over low heat until warmed through.
  • This recipe is also great for meal prepping. Simply cook the salmon steaks and lemon caper sauce ahead of time and store them in separate containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to eat, simply reheat the salmon steaks and sauce and enjoy.

Variations:

  • For a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the herb butter mixture.
  • If you like a more tangy sauce, add a tablespoon of white wine vinegar to the lemon caper sauce.
  • For a richer sauce, use heavy cream instead of milk in the lemon caper sauce.
  • To add a bit of crunch, top the salmon steaks with crushed almond or walnuts before serving.
  • For a more colorful dish, garnish the salmon steaks with fresh lemon slices and chopped parsley.

So, there you have it – a simple yet delectable recipe that will leave your taste buds satisfied and craving for more. Remember, cooking should be an enjoyable experience, so don’t be afraid to experiment and make this recipe your own. Bon appétit!