Baked Salmon With Lime Jalapeno Chive And Sour Cream Sauce Recipe

Ingredients for Baked Salmon With Lime Jalapeno Chive And Sour Cream Sauce

• Salmon Fillet
• Fresh Lime Juice
• 3 tablespoons butter, divided
• Salt And Pepper
• Jalapeno Peppers
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• White Pepper
• Fresh Chives
• Lime Wedge

How to Make Baked Salmon With Lime Jalapeno Chive And Sour Cream Sauce

1. Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C).
2. Grease a baking dish with 1 tablespoon of butter.
3. Place salmon fillets (about 6 oz each) in the prepared dish, skin-side down.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons lime juice and 1 tablespoon melted butter.
5. Brush the lime-butter mixture evenly over the salmon fillets.
6. Sprinkle generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
7. Let the salmon stand at room temperature for 15 minutes.
8. Bake for 9 minutes per inch of thickness, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
9. While the salmon bakes, prepare the sauce: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
10. Add 2-3 jalapeños, finely minced (adjust to your spice preference), and cook until softened, about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
11. Stir in 1/2 cup sour cream and cook until heated through, being careful not to boil.
12. Stir in 1 tablespoon lime juice.
13. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
14. Transfer the baked salmon to a serving platter.
15. Spoon the sauce generously over the salmon.
16. Garnish with 2 tablespoons of freshly chopped chives and lime wedges.