Creamy Parmesan Garlic Salmon (Printer-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Salmon
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Four filets of salmon, your choice of skin-on or skinless
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Salt and freshly ground pepper for seasoning
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4 tbsp of salted butter, split up
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A couple of sprigs of fresh thyme
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Four garlic cloves, gently crushed
→ Creamy Sauce
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One shallot, sliced really thin
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Pinch of chili flakes, depending on your heat preference
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One cup of heavy cream
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1/3 cup of salsa verde
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Grated parmesan, one full cup
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A half cup of sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
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Three cups of fresh spinach leaves
→ Toppings
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1 tbsp of lemon juice, freshly squeezed
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Some lemon zest, about a tablespoon
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Chopped dill, 2 tablespoons
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A quarter cup of green onions, chopped small
# Method:
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Set your oven to broil to get it ready.
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Sprinkle salt and pepper on the salmon, then put it in a skillet that’s oven-safe. Toss in one tablespoon of butter along with the thyme and garlic. Broil for 5-8 minutes until the top is nice and crispy.
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Take the salmon out of the skillet. In the same pan, add the leftover butter along with the shallots and chili flakes. Cook for two minutes while mashing the garlic into a paste.
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Pour in the cream and salsa verde, letting it simmer until it gets smooth. Stir in the parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach. Keep cooking for 3-5 minutes, just until the spinach softens.
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Place the salmon back into the sauce and add the lemon juice. Mix the lemon zest, dill, and green onions, then sprinkle them over the finished dish.
# Cook's Tips:
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This dish goes great with some pasta or a nice piece of bread.
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You can prep the sauce ahead of time and heat it up when you need it.