Description
Marry me salmon delivers pure comfort on a plate with its luxurious garlic-infused sauce that makes dinner feel like a special occasion. Perfectly tender fish meets rich cream, creating a delightful meal your family will absolutely adore.
Ingredients
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Primary Ingredients:
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 cup heavy cream
Flavor Enhancers:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Supporting Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Warm 2 tablespoons olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat (375°F), creating a perfect cooking surface for your salmon.
- Sprinkle 4 salmon fillets generously with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper on both sides.
- Carefully place seasoned salmon into the hot skillet, allowing each fillet to sear for 4-5 minutes until a golden crust develops.
- Gently flip salmon and cook an additional 4-5 minutes, ensuring the internal temperature reaches 145°F for perfectly tender fish.
- Transfer salmon to a clean plate, keeping it warm while preparing the sauce.
- Reduce skillet heat to medium-low and add 4 minced garlic cloves, stirring for 60 seconds until their aroma fills your kitchen.
- Pour 1 cup heavy cream into the skillet, whisking in 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard and 1 teaspoon lemon juice.
- Simmer sauce for 3-4 minutes, watching it thicken and develop a rich, creamy consistency.
- Return salmon to the skillet, spooning sauce generously over each fillet to coat completely.
- Sprinkle 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley across the dish for a bright, fresh finish.
Notes
- Choosing fresh salmon with a bright color and firm texture guarantees the best results for this dish.
- Using a cast-iron or heavy-bottomed skillet helps create a perfect golden crust on the salmon without sticking.
- For a lighter version, replace heavy cream with coconut milk or Greek yogurt to reduce calories while maintaining creamy richness.
- Let salmon rest at room temperature for 10 minutes before cooking to ensure even heat distribution and prevent overcooking the delicate fish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 620 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 50 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 32 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg