Broiled Salmon steak with lemon butter

This recipe serves 4 people.

Salmon steak is usually cut 2 to 2 ½ inches thick. This is really big so it is best to divide the steaks among 4 people.

Ingredients Needed

  • 1 ½ -2 pounds salmon steaks ( 2 large or 4 small) ,2 inches thick
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 juicy lemon
  • 2 tablespoons minced parsley

How to make the Broiled Salmon steak with lemon butter

Heat the broiler to high

Arrange the steaks on a broiler rack rub with a little oil and sprinkle with salt on each side. Broil 4 inches from the heat for about 10 minutes or until well colored. Meanwhile in a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter ad the juice from half of the lemon, and simmer for 2 or 3 minutes. Stir in the parsley and turn off the heat.

Turn the Salmon steaks and brush with the lemon butter sauce. Broil for another 10- 14 minutes. The fish will be opaque and salmon pink all the way through when cooked. Serve with the remaining sauce and half lemon divided into 4 wedges.

Time needed: preparation and broiling takes about 25 to 30 minutes