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Marry Me Salmon Recipe

Marry Me Salmon Recipe
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The Marry Me Salmon Recipe is a creamy, flavorful, and elegant dish featuring perfectly seared salmon fillets topped with a luscious garlic, sun-dried tomato, and Parmesan cream sauce. Easy to prepare yet impressive in taste and presentation, it’s ideal for special dinners or a gourmet weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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Salmon

  • 4 fresh salmon fillets, skin-on
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

For Searing

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Creamy Sauce

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (preferably oil-packed)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped, plus extra for garnish
  • Additional salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and black pepper. This ensures a beautifully crisp exterior when seared.
  2. Sear the Salmon: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crisp and golden brown. Flip gently and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove salmon and set aside.
  3. Make the Creamy Sauce: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant but not browned. Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes, then pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Add Parmesan and Basil: Whisk in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens slightly. Stir in chopped fresh basil leaves, reserving some for garnish. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Combine and Finish Cooking: Return the salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes on low heat until the salmon is cooked through and the sauce is creamy and warm.

Notes

  • Let salmon rest at room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking to ensure even cooking.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan; cook salmon in batches if needed to achieve a perfect sear.
  • Use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes for richer flavor and softer texture.
  • Simmer the cream sauce gently—avoid boiling to prevent curdling.
  • Add fresh basil at the end of cooking to preserve its vibrant color and aroma.

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