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Grilled Salmon with Habanero-Lime Butter

SUBMITTED BY: Mike Smith PHOTO BY: Jeffrey Peter

"Grilled salmon marinated in orange juice, lime juice, tequila, and habanero peppers, then served with a habanero-lime butter. Remove the seeds from the peppers to tame the heat. You may wish to wear rubber gloves while chopping peppers to protect your hands from the spicy oils."
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 112 stars. This recipe average a 4.6 star rating.
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PREP TIME  25 Min
COOK TIME  16 Min
READY IN  2 Hrs 41 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon tequila
  • 1 tablespoon grated lime zest
  • 1 tablespoon minced habanero pepper
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 4 (5 ounce) salmon steaks
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons minced habanero pepper
  • 2 teaspoons grated lime zest

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a bowl, stir together vegetable oil, orange juice, 3 tablespoons lime juice, tequila, 1 tablespoon lime zest, 1 tablespoon habanero pepper, and garlic. Reserve a small amount to use as a basting sauce, and pour the remainder into a shallow baking dish. Place the salmon in the shallow dish, and turn to coat. Cover, and refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours, turning frequently.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together softened butter, garlic salt, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 2 teaspoons habanero pepper, and 2 teaspoons lime zest. Cover, and refrigerate.
  3. Preheat grill for medium heat.
  4. Lightly oil grill grate, and place salmon on the grill. Cook salmon for 5 to 8 minutes per side, or until the fish can be easily flaked with a fork. Transfer to a serving dish, top with habanero butter, and serve.

FOOTNOTES

  • The nutrition data for this recipe includes information for the full amount of the marinade ingredients. Depending on marinating time, ingredients, cooking method, etc., the actual amount of the marinade consumed will vary.
  • Learn how to shop for salmon in our Choosing Salmon video.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 4, 2003 by Leo
Wow this was probably among the top-three fish dishes I've tried. The Habaneros are only sold... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 26, 2008 by jolley900
Very good. I couldn't find habanero peppers so I used jalapinos and there really wasnt any... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 1, 2003 by TT_RAIDER
Best way to cook fish that I've ever seen. I never use salmon for this though. Try using... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 13, 2003 by MICHELLEVON
This was excellent. I cut back on the habanero in the butter and should have left it as is.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 8, 2006 by ChrissieO
This recipe is amazing! I have been looking to add more fish to my home cooking, but have... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 29, 2005 by JILLYBEAN14
This recipe was good but, more than anything, I am positively addicted to the habenero lime... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 12, 2005 by Sarah Stephan
This was one of the most flavorful salmon dishes I have ever made. I followed the recipe... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2003 by JOLDES
This was an excellent Salmon recipe. It tastes great and has a darn good kick to it. You... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 14, 2003 by SANDY K.
Habenero peppers are extremely hot, so I used jalapeno instead. Some of the best salmon I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 11, 2003 by Janet