Brazilian recipe
Pan-Seared Salmon with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
A sophisticated yet simple recipe for pan-seared salmon fillet finished with a luscious mushroom cream sauce. Perfect for a quick gourmet dinner.
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Ingredients
2 salmon fillets
Salt to taste
3 cloves of garlic, minced and crushed
Black pepper to taste
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon butter
1 small jar (approx. 200g) sliced button mushrooms
1 cup fresh heavy cream
White pepper to taste
Salt to taste
3 cloves of garlic, minced and crushed
Black pepper to taste
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon butter
1 small jar (approx. 200g) sliced button mushrooms
1 cup fresh heavy cream
White pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh salmon fillets at premium fishmongers or the seafood counters of modern hypermarkets. Fresh cream and button mushrooms are readily available in the dairy and vegetable aisles of any local grocery store or supermarket.
Preparation method
- Season the salmon fillets with the crushed garlic, salt, lemon juice, and black pepper.
- Place the salmon in the refrigerator to marinate for about 30 minutes.
- Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Sear the salmon fillets for approximately 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- While the salmon is searing, prepare the sauce.
- In a separate pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté until they are lightly browned.
- Pour the heavy cream into the pan with the mushrooms.
- Simmer the sauce over low heat, stirring occasionally, until it begins to thicken.
- Season the mushroom sauce with salt and white pepper to taste.
- Serve the pan-seared salmon drizzled generously with the creamy mushroom sauce.
Observations
Pan-seared salmon with a creamy mushroom sauce is a timeless dish that strikes a perfect balance between the delicate, succulent texture of the fish and the deep, earthy flavor of the mushrooms. This recipe is designed for those who appreciate a restaurant-quality meal that remains relatively straightforward to prepare at home. It works beautifully as a show-stopping main course for special occasions or as a refined, quick-fix dinner during the week.
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