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Salmon with Lemon Cream Sauce

Salmon with Lemon Cream Sauce
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Indulge in a culinary delight with this Salmon with Lemon Cream Sauce. This dish transforms simple salmon fillets into an extraordinary meal, perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself. The creamy lemon sauce, enriched with fresh dill and garlic, elevates the salmon, creating a vibrant flavor profile that excites the palate. With its quick preparation time of just 40 minutes, this gourmet recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions. Pair it with seasonal vegetables or grains for a complete meal that showcases elegance and satisfaction.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat; sear salmon skin-side up for about 5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 5 minutes until crispy. Transfer to a plate.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, add butter, and sauté garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Stir in flour to form a roux and cook for another minute.
  4. Gradually whisk in heavy cream until thickened (3–4 minutes). Add lemon zest, juice, dill, salt, and pepper to taste.
  5. Return the salmon to the skillet; spoon sauce over fillets and simmer gently for about 2 minutes.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with crushed red pepper flakes if desired.

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