Marry Me Salmon
A rich and creamy salmon dish that blends flavors from sun-dried tomatoes and spices, perfect for impressing loved ones.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 fillets salmon fillets, preferably skin-on (10 ounces total) Choose fresh salmon for best results.
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons oil from the jar of sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano Plus more to taste.
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper Adjust according to spice preference.
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 bottle clam juice (1 cup) Can substitute with vegetable broth or fish stock.
- 1/2 cup heavy cream Can substitute with dairy-free alternative.
- Fresh basil leaves for serving (optional) Use fresh herbs for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the salmon dry and lightly sprinkle salt and pepper all over.
Cooking
- Heat a medium nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high, then add 1 tablespoon of oil from the jar of sun-dried tomatoes.
- Sear the salmon skin side down until the skin is browned and crisp, and the flesh is opaque about three-quarters of the way up, for about 5 to 7 minutes. Reduce the heat if the skin starts to burn. Transfer to a plate skin side up.
- Reduce the heat to medium. Add the onion to the skillet and season with salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of sun-dried tomato oil to the skillet. Add the oregano and crushed red pepper, stirring for a few seconds to release their flavors.
- Add the tomato paste and stir frequently until it darkens a little, about 3 minutes.
- Add the clam juice and raise the heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring occasionally, until reduced by half, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Lower the heat to medium-low, add the cream and sun-dried tomatoes, and keep stirring until slightly reduced, about 5 minutes. Taste and add more salt, pepper, oregano, and crushed red pepper as needed.
- Return the salmon to the skillet flesh side down, avoiding sauce on the crispy skin. Reduce the heat to low. Simmer until the salmon is cooked through, about 1 minute.
- Serve topped with fresh basil leaves, if using.
Notes
Make sure to pat the salmon dry before seasoning for a better sear. Adjust the crushed red pepper according to your spice preference.