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Salmon with Lemon Cream Sauce Recipe

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This Salmon with Lemon Cream Sauce recipe features perfectly seared salmon fillets topped with a rich and tangy lemon cream sauce infused with fresh dill and garlic, creating a deliciously elegant dinner that’s quick and easy to prepare on the stovetop.

Ingredients

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Salmon

  • 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Lemon Cream Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

Optional Garnish

  • Crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Prepare Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry using paper towels. Season both sides generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance flavor and help create a crispy crust.
  2. Sear Salmon: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon skin-side up in the skillet and sear for about 5 minutes until the surface turns golden brown. Flip the fillets skin-side down and cook for another 5 minutes until the skin is crispy and the salmon is cooked through. Remove salmon from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Make the Roux and Garlic Base: Reduce the skillet heat to medium-low and add the butter. Once melted, sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned, creating a flavorful base for the sauce.
  4. Prepare the Sauce: Stir in the all-purpose flour into the butter and garlic mixture, cooking for 1 minute to form a roux that will thicken the sauce. Gradually whisk in the heavy cream, continually stirring to avoid lumps, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
  5. Add Lemon and Dill: Mix in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and chopped fresh dill into the cream sauce. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  6. Combine and Simmer: Return the seared salmon fillets to the skillet, spoon the lemon cream sauce over them, and gently simmer everything together for an additional 2 minutes to blend the flavors and warm the salmon through.
  7. Serve: Plate the salmon fillets topped with the lemon cream sauce. Garnish optionally with crushed red pepper flakes for a touch of heat and serve immediately to enjoy the meal hot.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best citrus flavor in the sauce.
  • Make sure not to overcook the salmon to keep it moist and tender.
  • Fresh dill can be substituted with fresh parsley if unavailable, but dill complements salmon best.
  • For a lighter sauce, consider using half-and-half instead of heavy cream, but note the sauce will be less rich.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables or a side of rice or potatoes for a complete meal.

Keywords: salmon lemon cream sauce, seared salmon recipe, creamy lemon sauce, skillet salmon, easy salmon dinner

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