Broiled Salmon with Lemon Butter by Chef Andrew Zimmern

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats while being dairy-free.

salmon fillets

🥗Healthier: trout

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Trout is a healthy alternative, while tilapia is more budget-friendly.

Select fresh sustainably raised or wild caught salmon from the fish counter.

Choose coho salmon with skin on for better flavor and to prevent sticking.

Make light cuts on the salmon to ensure even cooking.

Weigh the salmon pieces to approximately 6 oz each.

Brush the salmon fillets with mayonnaise for caramelization.

Sprinkle a mix of dill, parsley, chives, salt, and black pepper on each fillet.

Preheat the broiler and place the salmon 4 to 6 inches away from the heat source.

Broil the salmon for about 6 minutes, monitoring closely.

Prepare a compound butter by mixing room temperature butter with shallots, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a standing mixer.

Dollop the compound butter on top of the salmon when it comes out of the broiler.

Serve the salmon with asparagus and tomatoes.

Cooking Techniques

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Dietary

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