Marry Me Salmon

Pan-seared salmon fillets simmered in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce with garlic, herbs, and parmesan cheese.

Ingredients

IngredientQty.Unit
Salmon Fillet (skinless and boneless)800Grams
Olive Oil (extra virgin)2Tbsp
Garlic (minced)4Clove
Sun-dried Tomatoes (drained and chopped)100Grams
Heavy Cream (whole milk based)250Milliliters
Chicken Broth (low sodium)200Milliliters
Parmesan Cheese (grated)100Grams
Basil (fresh, chopped)1Bunch
Oregano (dried)1Tsp
Salt (to taste)1Tsp
Black Pepper (freshly ground)0.5Tsp

Instructions

  1. Season the salmon fillets with salt and black pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the salmon fillets and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer.
  6. Stir in the grated parmesan cheese, chopped basil, and dried oregano. Cook until the cheese has melted and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  7. Return the salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Simmer for 3-4 minutes to heat through.
  8. Garnish with additional fresh basil if desired and serve immediately.

Kitchen equipment

Large SkilletGrater