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Creamy Marry Me Salmon with Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce

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A rich and indulgent salmon dish featuring a creamy garlic and sun-dried tomato sauce that is quick and easy to prepare, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), fresh or thawed, skin-on or off
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil preferred)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth (60 ml)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the 4 salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides lightly with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons olive oil. Heat until shimmering, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Place salmon fillets skin-side down (if skin-on) in the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes without moving to form a crispy crust.
  4. Flip the fillets gently and cook for another 3-4 minutes until just cooked through. Remove salmon and set aside on a warm plate.
  5. Reduce heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons unsalted butter to the same pan. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, avoiding browning.
  6. Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1-2 minutes to release flavor.
  7. Slowly add 1/4 cup broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Stir in 1 cup heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  8. Add grated Parmesan cheese and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir until cheese melts and sauce is smooth. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Turn off heat and stir in chopped fresh basil and fresh lemon juice.
  10. Return salmon fillets to the pan, spooning sauce over them. Warm together for 1-2 minutes to absorb flavors.
  11. Serve salmon with plenty of creamy sun-dried tomato sauce spooned over. Pair with preferred sides.

Notes

If sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of broth or cream to loosen. Pat salmon dry before cooking for a crispy crust. Cook sauce gently to avoid curdling. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with dairy-free alternative.

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Keywords: salmon, creamy sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, easy dinner, weeknight meal, seafood, healthy, quick recipe

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