Marry Me Salmon (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Crispy Salmon
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4 salmon fillets, skin removed
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2 tsp Italian herbs
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp salt
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1/2 tsp red chili flakes
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/2 tsp dried oregano
→ Creamy Sauce
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3 tbsp unsalted butter
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1/2 tbsp garlic, finely minced
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1/2 cup chicken stock
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1 cup thick cream
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2 tbsp softened cream cheese
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1 tsp fresh lemon juice
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Salt and pepper, adjust as needed
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1/2 to 3/4 cup shredded parmesan
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2 tbsp chopped basil leaves
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1 tbsp finely chopped parsley
# Instructions:
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Place salmon on a dish. Pour olive oil on top, then sprinkle with Italian herbs, garlic powder, salt, oregano, black pepper, and chili flakes.
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Warm a skillet with oil over medium-high heat. Fry salmon on each side for 3 minutes until golden and crispy. Lower heat and cook through before removing it.
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In the same pan on medium heat, melt butter. Stir in garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes.
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Pour in cream, lemon juice, and chicken stock. Let it simmer for a couple of minutes. Mix in cream cheese and parmesan until smooth and thickened. Taste and add salt or pepper if needed.
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Toss in parsley and basil. Place the salmon back into the sauce and let it warm up for another minute or two before plating.
# Notes:
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Super quick meal takes less than 30 minutes
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Try adding cooked onions if you like
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Adjust parmesan to make the sauce thinner or thicker