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Salmon with Lemon-Caper Sauce – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Salmon with Lemon-Caper Sauce

Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 368.5

Ingredients
  

  • 1.0 lb (454.0g) wild-caught salmon fillet
  • 2.0 tsp (9.0g / 0.32 oz) capers, rinsed and mashed
  • 1.0 tsp (5.0g / 0.18 oz) minced garlic
  • 1.0 tsp (6.0g / 0.21 oz) salt
  • 0.5 tsp (1.1g / 0.04 oz) ground black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp (0.5g / 0.02 oz) dried oregano
  • 1.0 tsp (2.0g / 0.07 oz) lemon zest
  • 2.0 tbsp (30.0ml) lemon juice
  • 4.0 tbsp (57.0g / 2.01 oz) unsalted butter
  • Temperature is Key: Use a digital meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. For the best texture, pull the salmon out at 135.0°F (57.0°C) and let it rest for 5.0 minutes; the carry-over heat will bring it to the food-safe 145.0°F (63.0°C) without drying it out.
  • Fresh Citrus Only: Never use bottled lemon juice for this recipe. The volatile oils in fresh 1.0 tsp (2.0g / 0.07 oz) of lemon zest provide a bright, floral note that bottled juice simply cannot replicate.
  • Mashing the Capers: Ensure you thoroughly mash the 2.0 tsp (9.0g / 0.32 oz) of capers. This releases their natural brine directly into the butter, creating a more cohesive and emulsified Salmon with Lemon-Caper Sauce rather than just having whole salty bits.

Method
 

  1. Cut the salmon into 4. 0 equal pieces, then season each piece evenly with the salt and black pepper before sprinkling the lemon zest across the top.
  2. Line a 6. 0-quart (5. 7L) slow cooker with a sheet of parchment paper to prevent sticking, then place the seasoned salmon pieces inside and secure the lid.
  3. Plug in the slow cooker and set it to cook for 1. 5 hours (90. 0 minutes) or until the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63. 0°C).
  4. Add the unsalted butter to the saucepan and allow it to melt completely without browning.
  5. Whisk in the mashed capers, minced garlic, and lemon juice; stir the mixture continuously and let it simmer for 1. 0 minute to marry the flavors.
  6. Remove the saucepan from the heat source and stir in the dried oregano to preserve its aromatic oils.
  7. Lift the salmon carefully from the slow cooker once finished, spoon the warm lemon-caper sauce over the fillets, and serve immediately.
  8. Don't Skip the Parchment: Using parchment paper in your slow cooker isn't just for easy cleanup; it creates a steaming pouch environment that ensures your Salmon with Lemon-Caper Sauce remains incredibly moist.

Nutrition

Calories: 368.5kcalCarbohydrates: 1.8gProtein: 19.5gFat: 26.6g

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