Pan Fried Salmon with Creamy Lemon Sauce

What is something better than a pan-fried salmon with creamy lemon sauce? It’s rich in creamy and savory flavors with a hint of citrus from the lemon juice. This is a delicious and appetizing dish perfect for any gathering by Chef Sheilla on Youtube. Serve it with your preferred pasta, rice, or vegetables like broccoli, asparagus, or green beans. Everyone will surely love this easy one-pan recipe. Read on or watch the video below for the full instructions.

Ingredients:

• 8 cloves of garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons of chopped onions
• 4 pieces of salmon fillet
• salt
• freshly ground black pepper
• lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup of dry white wine
• 1 and 3/4 cups of heavy cream
• 2 cups of baby spinach leaves
• 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese
• 6 slices of lemon
• chopped parsley for garnish

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Instructions:

Step 1:

Season the salmon with salt and fresh ground black pepper and squeeze some lemon juice on both sides.

Step 2:

Place a large skillet over medium heat and pour 2 tablespoons of light olive oil. Once hot, place the salmon pieces, skin side down on the skillet. Let it cook for a few minutes on both sides then set it aside on a plate as you make the creamy sauce.

Step 3:

In the same pan, add the unsalted butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic, chopped onions, and white wine. Mix then allow it to reduce slightly. Next, add the heavy cream to the pan and stir until well combined. Bring it to a gentle simmer.

Step 4:

Once simmering, add salt, pepper, and baby spinach leaves. Let it simmer for 1 minute then add the parmesan cheese, and lemon slices. Transfer the salmon back into the pan and let it simmer for another 2 minutes. Serve on a plate and garnish with chopped parsley.

Pan Fried Salmon with Creamy Sauce