Lemon Butter Salmon
Recipe Overview
Overview
This Lemon Butter Salmon recipe is a delightful and straightforward dish that brings together the rich flavors of salmon with a zesty lemon butter sauce. The process begins with dicing shallots and garlic, which are essential for building a flavorful base. The salmon is seasoned simply with salt and pepper, allowing its natural flavors to shine through.
Cooking the salmon in a hot pan for just a couple of minutes on each side ensures that it remains moist and flaky. The addition of dry white wine and lemon juice to the pan creates a vibrant sauce that perfectly complements the fish. As the butter melts, it thickens the sauce, adding a luxurious touch to the dish.
Serving the salmon topped with this luscious lemon butter sauce makes for an elegant presentation, ideal for both casual weeknight meals and special occasions. This recipe is not only quick to prepare but also showcases how simple ingredients can come together to create something truly delicious. Whether you’re a novice cook or a seasoned chef, this dish is sure to impress.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Dice up 1 shallot.
Dice up 2 cloves of garlic.
Dice up some parsley.
Season the salmon with salt and pepper.
Tip: Season the salmon generously with salt and pepper for better flavor.
Heat up a pan on medium heat and add some oil.
Add in the salmon.
Cook for about 2 minutes per side, flipping to cook on all sides.
Remove the salmon and set aside.
Take a paper towel and wipe away the oil from the pan.
In the same pan, add in the diced shallot and garlic.
Stir and cook for 1 minute.
Add in 200ml of dry white wine.
Add 30ml of lemon juice.
Add in the diced parsley.
Stir and cook for 1 minute.
Add in 90g of butter.
Stir until the butter is melted and the sauce is thickened.
Tip: Stir the sauce until the butter is fully melted for a smooth consistency.
Plate the salmon and cover it with the lemon butter sauce.
All done! Hope you can give this simple recipe a try!
Ingredients
Ingredient: Dairy
→ Substitution: Olive Oil
Ingredient: Fish
→ Substitution: Chicken
Nutrition
Skill Level
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Cooking salmon for about 2 minutes per side ensures it remains tender and juicy.
- •Using dry white wine adds depth and acidity to the lemon butter sauce.
- •Butter should be stirred until melted to create a smooth sauce.
- •Diced shallots and garlic enhance the flavor profile of the dish.
