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Ingredients
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Salmon
Citrus Saffron Beurre Blanc
Method
Salmon Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
- 3
Bake the Salmon
Place the seasoned salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Citrus Saffron Beurre Blanc Preparation
- 4
Sauté Shallots
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the finely chopped shallots and sauté until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
- 5
Add Wine and Citrus Juices
Pour in the white wine, fresh lemon juice, and fresh orange juice to the pan with shallots. Bring to a gentle simmer and reduce the mixture by half, about 5-7 minutes.
- 6
Infuse Saffron
Add the pinch of saffron threads to the reduced mixture and stir well. Let it simmer for an additional 2 minutes to infuse the saffron flavor.
- 7
Finish the Sauce
Lower the heat and whisk in the remaining butter, one tablespoon at a time, until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and white pepper to taste.
