Crusted Salmon with Charred Lime Butter

Crusted Salmon with Charred Lime Butter
Crispy, salty, a little smoky - and surprisingly elegant, this corn chip crusted salmon is a fun and unexpected twist on a classic dinner.
Prep time: 10-15 mins
Cook time: Approx 15 mins
Total time: 30 mins
THE SALMON
Ingredients:
4 salmon fillets (skin on or off)
1½ cups Salted Sonora Corn Chips
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp ground cumin
Zest of 1 lime
1 egg
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
Olive oil
Salt + pepper
Charred Lime Butter
Ingredients:
60g butter
Juice of 1 lime
Pinch chilli flakes (optional)
Salt
Crush the corn chips
Pulse briefly or crush in a bag. You want small crunchy shards, not powder.
Season crumb
Mix crushed chips with paprika, cumin and lime zest.
Prep salmon
Pat dry. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
Binding layer
Whisk egg with Dijon. Brush a thin layer over the top of each fillet.
Crust
Press corn chip mixture firmly onto the top of the salmon.
Cook
Place on a lined tray. Drizzle lightly with olive oil.
Bake at 200°C for 10–12 minutes (depending on thickness).
Finish under grill for 1–2 minutes to crisp the crust.
Charred lime butter
Melt butter in a small pan until lightly browned. Squeeze in lime juice (it will sizzle), add chilli flakes and salt.
Spoon butter over salmon just before serving.
Serve With:
Roasted sweet potatoes
Or a simple avocado + cucumber side
