Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Garlic Butter Salmon, a dish that effortlessly combines elegance with simplicity. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or an impressive feast for guests—this recipe features succulent salmon fillets bathed in a rich and aromatic garlic butter sauce. With just 10 minutes of prep time and quick cooking, you can have this gourmet meal ready to enjoy in no time. The buttery sauce, enhanced with fresh garlic and herbs, elevates the natural flavors of the salmon, making it a satisfying option for seafood lovers. Serve it alongside your choice of vibrant vegetables or a refreshing salad for a complete meal that delights the palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup plain flour
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic (finely diced)
- 120ml vegetable stock
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, mix flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Coat each salmon fillet with this mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Cook the fillets for about 3 minutes on one side until golden, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the pan and baste the fillets until nearly cooked through.
- In the same pan, sauté garlic until fragrant, then add vegetable stock and remaining butter. Whisk until smooth; stir in parsley.
- Return salmon to the pan to soak up the sauce before serving with lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (150g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg