Irresistibly Easy Salmon with Dill Sauce in 30 Minutes
This Salmon with Dill Sauce is an elegant and quick dish that elevates any weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Spatula
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 4 fillets Salmon Choose skin-on or skinless.
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for searing.
- to taste Salt Adjust to your taste.
- to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper Adjust to your taste.
For the Creamy Sauce
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Creates a velvety texture.
- 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 1 small Shallot Finely chopped.
- 0.5 cup Dry White Wine Optional, replace with broth if preferred.
- 1 cup Heavy Cream Provides creamy consistency.
- 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Essential for flavor depth.
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Brightens the dish.
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili Flakes Optional, for added heat.
- 0.25 cup Fresh Dill Chopped, offers vibrant herbal note.
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper, ensuring each piece is well-covered.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the salmon skin-side down. Sear for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook the other side for an additional 4-5 minutes until just cooked through.
- Remove the salmon and set aside.
- Reduce the heat to medium. Add unsalted butter to the skillet and sauté the finely chopped shallot and minced garlic for approximately 2 minutes until soft.
- Deglaze the pan with the dry white wine, scraping up any brown bits. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and optional chili flakes. Simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Fold in the fresh dill and return the salmon pieces to the skillet. Warm through for about 2 minutes.
- Serve immediately, draping extra sauce over each salmon fillet.
Notes
Optional: Garnish with additional fresh dill or a lemon wedge for extra flavor.