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Creamy Lemon Butter Salmon: A Gourmet Delight

Creamy Lemon Butter Salmon: A Gourmet Delight
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This Creamy Lemon Butter Salmon recipe is quick, easy, and bursting with flavor! Learn my top 10 tips for achieving perfectly cooked, melt-in-your-mouth salmon every time.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (6–8 oz each)
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat salmon fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add salmon, skin-side down, and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until cooked through.
  5. Remove salmon from skillet and set aside.
  6. Add garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  7. Pour in heavy cream and lemon juice, bring to a simmer.
  8. Reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until sauce thickens slightly.
  9. Stir in parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Return salmon to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top.
  11. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce. Serve with roasted vegetables or rice.

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Keywords: salmon, lemon, butter, fish, creamy

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