Tequila Lime Salmon Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 25 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 2
🥩 Yield: 1 Tequila Lime Salmon dish
Ingredients:
- 1 lime
- 1/8 cup Tequila (adjust to taste)
- Fresh dill
- 1 salmon steak (about 8 oz)
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 424.8
- Fat: 24.7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 133.7mg
- Sodium: 134.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 3.5g
- Fiber: 0.9g
- Sugar: 0.6g
- Protein: 45.3g
Instructions:
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Preparation: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Prepare Lime: Take the lime and cut it in half.
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Make Tequila Lime Mixture: Squeeze one half of the lime into a bowl. Mix in 1/8 cup or more of tequila, depending on your preference. Chop up some fresh dill and add it to the mixture, stirring well to combine.
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Baste Salmon: Take your salmon steak and baste it generously with the tequila lime mixture, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
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Wrap in Foil: Tear off a large piece of aluminum foil and fold up the edges to create a shallow container. Pour the remaining tequila lime mixture into the foil.
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Assemble: Place the basted salmon steak over the mixture in the foil.
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Add Lime and Dill: Slice the other half of the lime into small slices and lay them on top of the salmon. Sprinkle some additional sprigs of fresh dill over the lime slices for extra flavor.
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Wrap and Bake: Carefully wrap the salmon in the foil, ensuring it’s fully enclosed. Place the foil packet on a baking sheet and transfer it to the preheated oven.
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Bake: Bake the salmon in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for approximately 20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
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Serve: Once cooked, carefully open the foil packet, being cautious of the steam. Serve the tequila lime salmon hot, garnished with additional lime slices and dill sprigs if desired.
Tips:
- For an extra burst of citrus flavor, you can squeeze some fresh lime juice over the cooked salmon before serving.
- Pair this tequila lime salmon with your favorite side dishes such as rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Adjust the amount of tequila according to your taste preferences, adding more or less as desired.
- Ensure the salmon is fully cooked before serving by checking that it flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Enjoy this flavorful and easy-to-make tequila lime salmon for a delicious seafood dish that’s perfect for any occasion!
