Creamy Mustard Salmon
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 4 servings
Description
Finnish flavors of salmon and dill get a kick from spicy mustard sauce.
Ingredients
Units
- 3 tbsp of freshly prepared mustard paste or Dijon style mustard (the latter is simpler and milder)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) sour cream
- Salt to taste
- 1 1/2 lb (680 g) salmon, cut into serving sized pieces
- 1 medium sized red onion, halved and thinly sliced
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) chopped chives or dill
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl mix in the mustard paste and the sour cream and toss together.
- Mix in the salt and add the salmon and mix well.
- Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Place the salmon with the mustard sauce in a casserole.
- Add the onions over the salmon and dot with the butter and sprinkle with some of the chives and dill.
- Bake until the salmon is cooked through and flakey.
- Sprinkle with the remaining chives and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main
- Cuisine: Scandinavian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use Dijon mustard instead of freshly prepared mustard paste?
Yes — the ingredients list specifically offers both options: 3 tbsp of freshly prepared mustard paste or Dijon-style mustard, noting that Dijon is “simpler and milder.” The fresh-ground paste gives a sharper, more pungent flavor if you want that Finnish-style kick.
How do I know when the salmon is cooked through?
Bake until the salmon is cooked through and flakey. At 350°F, the 1½ lb of salmon cut into serving-sized pieces typically takes 12–15 minutes — check by pressing gently; the flesh should flake easily and be opaque all the way through.
