Ingredients
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For the Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (6-8 ounces each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Onion powder, to taste
- Paprika, to taste
For the Creamy Dill Sauce:
- 2 Tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 Cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/2 Cup White Wine or Chicken stock
- 1 Cup Heavy cream
- 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 2 Tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon:
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides of the salmon fillets with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Be generous with the seasonings for extra flavor.
- Sear the Salmon:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully place the seasoned salmon fillets in the skillet.
- Sear the salmon for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until it's cooked to your desired level of doneness.
- Remove the salmon from the skillet and transfer it to a plate. Tent the plate with aluminum foil to keep the salmon warm.
- Make the Creamy Dill Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add the butter and minced garlic. Sauté the garlic for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Deglaze the Pan:
- Pour in the wine or chicken stock, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon. Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Add the Cream and Dijon Mustard:
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream and Dijon mustard.
- Let the sauce simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Thicken the Sauce (Optional):
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry. Stir this into the sauce and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until it thickens to your liking.
- Season and Add Dill:
- Taste the sauce and season it with salt and pepper to your preference.
- Stir in the chopped fresh dill. Reserve some dill for garnish if desired.
- Serve:
- Place the seared salmon fillets back into the skillet with the creamy dill sauce.
- Let the salmon simmer in the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through and absorb the flavors.
- Garnish and Enjoy:
- Carefully transfer the salmon fillets to serving plates.
- Spoon the creamy dill sauce over the salmon and garnish with additional fresh dill if desired.
