garlic butter salmon with spinach & mushrooms in creamy sauce
a rich and flavorful dish featuring tender salmon fillets smothered in a creamy garlic butter sauce with sautéed spinach and mushrooms.
ingredients
for the salmon:
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
for the creamy sauce:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
preparation steps
1. season salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and paprika.
2. heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. sear salmon for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. remove and set aside.
3. in the same pan, add garlic and mushrooms. sauté until mushrooms are soft.
4. add spinach and cook until wilted. pour in heavy cream, parmesan, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice. stir until sauce is creamy.
5. return salmon to the skillet and let simmer for 2 minutes.
6. serve warm with rice, pasta, or roasted vegetables. enjoy!
pro tips
- use skin-on salmon for extra crispiness.
- swap heavy cream for half-and-half for a lighter version.
- add sun-dried tomatoes for extra depth of flavor.
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