Easy Saffron Salmon Recipe | Emily’s “No Expert” Guide to Flavor-Packed Salmon

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Melt 1/3 cup of butter in a bowl.

Prepare saffron tea by mixing a pinch of saffron with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and water, letting it steep.

In a bowl, combine melted butter, saffron tea, juice of half a lemon, ground coriander, ground cumin, and a little garam masala, whisking to mix.

Place the salmon fillets in a plastic bag and pour the marinade over them, sealing the bag.

Let the salmon marinate for at least 1 hour and up to 12 hours, avoiding longer marination to prevent the lemon from breaking down the salmon.

Prepare the breadcrumb topping by mixing softened butter, panko crumbs, fresh chopped parsley, garlic powder, chili flakes, and lemon zest in a bowl.

Spread the breadcrumb mixture over the marinated salmon fillets placed skin side down on parchment paper on a sheet pan.

Bake the salmon in the oven until cooked through and flaky, about 15-20 minutes.

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