Almond Crusted Salmon With Capers And Lemon Recipe

Flaky, pan-seared salmon gets a crunchy almond crust and is finished with a bright, zesty lemon-caper sauce. This elegant yet easy recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Easily adaptable to other firm white fish like tilapia, halibut, grouper, orange roughy, or sole!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 23 mins
Calories 723.5 kcal
Protein 144g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
Almond Crusted Salmon With Capers And Lemon

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Ingredients for Almond Crusted Salmon With Capers And Lemon

  • Vegetable Oil
  • Sliced Almonds
  • 2 large eggs
  • Salmon Fillets
  • Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 2 tablespoons capers
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Lemon Slices
  • fresh parsley, for garnish

How to Make Almond Crusted Salmon With Capers And Lemon

  1. Preheat oven to 200°F (93°C).
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat.
  3. Place 1 cup slivered almonds in a shallow baking dish.
  4. In a medium bowl, beat 2 large eggs until blended.
  5. Dip each salmon fillet (about 6 oz each) into the eggs, ensuring it's fully coated. Then, press the fillet into the almonds, pressing firmly to adhere.
  6. Place the almond-crusted salmon in the skillet and cook for approximately 2-3 minutes per side, or until the fish is opaque in the center and the crust is golden brown.
  7. Transfer the salmon to a baking sheet and keep warm in the preheated oven.
  8. Add 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 2 tablespoons capers to the skillet.
  9. Increase the heat to medium-high.
  10. Boil the lemon-caper mixture until slightly reduced, about 1 minute.
  11. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon butter, whisking until melted and smooth.
  12. Transfer each salmon fillet to a plate.
  13. Spoon the lemon-caper sauce generously over the salmon.
  14. Garnish with a lemon wedge and fresh parsley.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

56g

Carbs

3g