Salmon with Basil Cream Sauce

OtherSeafoodIntermediate25 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 2 lb salmon fillets
  • 1 0.5 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 shallots, peeled and minced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 0.5 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 0.3 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 0.8 cup dry white wine
  • 0.3 cup light cream
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 0.3 tsp white pepper
  • 0.3 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cut salmon into serving pieces, wash and pat dry.

  2. 2

    Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Sear salmon on each side 2-3 minutes, keeping center slightly rare. Remove and keep warm.

  4. 4

    Reduce heat to low and add shallots and garlic. Sauté stirring frequently for 5 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add basil, parsley, wine, cream, lemon juice, pepper, and salt. Cook over medium heat stirring frequently until reduced by half.

  6. 6

    Reheat fish slightly in the sauce and serve with sauce around the salmon fillets.

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