Maple Cured Salmon

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 7

Maple Cured Salmon in Creamy Mustard Chardonnay Sauce

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

35 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

500

Sugar

45g

Fat

25g

Maple Cured Salmon with Creamy Mustard Chardonnay Sauce is a perfect dish for seafood lovers. The Maple Cured Salmon is wonderfully sweet and savory with a unique maple flavor, and the creamy mustard Chardonnay sauce is a perfect complement. This dish is easy to prepare and is perfect for a dinner party or a cozy family meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 400°F.
2.	Whisk together maple syrup and sea salt in a small bowl.
3.	Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the maple syrup mixture over it, ensuring that each fillet is completely coated. Leave to marinate for 30 minutes.
4.	Remove salmon from the marinade and place it on a baking sheet. Discard any remaining marinade.
5.	Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through.
6.	Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine Chardonnay wine and whole grain mustard. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly.
7.	Add cream and chopped chives to the saucepan and continue stirring for another 2-3 minutes.
8.	Serve the salmon topped with the creamy mustard Chardonnay sauce.

PROS

Maple Cured Salmon is rich in heart-healthy Omega-3 fatty acids.

The creamy mustard Chardonnay sauce is low in calories and is a great source of antioxidants.

CONS

Maple Cured Salmon is high in sodium.

The creamy mustard Chardonnay sauce contains dairy and alcohol, which can be problematic for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Salmon is a great source of Omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for heart health and can also help reduce inflammation and improve brain function.
The mustard in the sauce contains a compound called sulforaphane that has been linked to cancer prevention, while chives are rich in nutrients and may help protect against disease.

	2 cups maple syrup
	2 tablespoons sea salt
	4 salmon fillets
	8 ounces Chardonnay wine
	1/2 cup whole grain mustard
	8 ounces cream
	1 cup chopped chives