Baked salmon with herb sauce is a recipe that enjoys great popularity in many regions of Latin America, although it also has roots in European cuisine, especially in Scandinavian and Northern European cooking, where salmon has been a fundamental ingredient for centuries. In countries like Mexico, Colombia, and Argentina, this dish is generally known as "baked salmon," while in other places it may have similar names that refer to its preparation in the oven with fresh herbs that enhance the flavor of the fish. This recipe reflects the fusion between simplicity and flavor, using fresh ingredients and simple techniques that preserve the natural texture and aroma of the salmon.
In Latin America, although salmon has not traditionally been a local ingredient due to its origin in cold waters, its popularity has grown enormously with the globalization of products and flavors, becoming a common dish for special occasions and gourmet restaurant menus. The herb sauce that accompanies this dish provides a fresh and vibrant touch, characteristic of the homemade and healthy cooking that many seek today.
How to Make Baked Salmon with Herb Sauce
For this delicious recipe you will need: salmon fillets, butter, salt and pepper, mayonnaise, parsley, dill, green onion, and lemon wedges for garnish.
Begin by cutting the fillet into 4 evenly sized portions. Place the larger side of the fillet towards the edge of the Pyrex baking dish, leaving the center open for even cooking.
Prick the fish carefully, add small dots of butter on each portion, and then cover the dish with plastic wrap to retain moisture during cooking.
Cook the salmon in the microwave at medium power for 5 minutes to start cooking it without drying it out.
Meanwhile, mix the mayonnaise with chopped parsley, chopped green onion, and dill until you get a smooth and aromatic sauce.
Spread this mayonnaise mixture over the salmon fillets and cook again in the microwave at medium power, covered, for another 5-6 minutes before serving. This step will add creaminess and flavor to the dish.
Garnish with lemon wedges that will give it a citrusy and fresh touch just before enjoying it.
If you prefer to use salmon steaks, place them with the thin ends towards the center of the dish. These should be cooked for 5 minutes at medium power in the microwave, then covered with the mayonnaise mixture and cooked for an additional 5-6 minutes.
