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Salmon Piccata

Heavenly Salmon Piccata: Quick 20-Minute Dinner Delight

This Salmon Piccata is a quick and easy 20-minute dinner that balances flavor and simplicity, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 1.5 pounds Salmon Cut into 4 equal pieces; wild-caught is preferred.
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder Adds savory depth.
  • ¼ cup All-Purpose Flour For dredging.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Good quality for enhanced flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Substitute with olive oil for dairy-free.
  • 1 medium Shallot Finely chopped.
  • ½ cup Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian option.
  • 1 Lemon Zested and juiced.
  • 3 tablespoons Capers Drained.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream for dairy-free.
  • 1 tablespoon Dill Finely chopped; parsley or chives can be substitutes.

Equipment

  • Large Non-stick Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cut salmon into four equal pieces and pat dry. Season both sides with salt and garlic powder, then dredge in flour.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sear the salmon for 2 minutes on each side. Remove from skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, add butter and shallot. Sauté until shallots are soft.
  4. Add capers, lemon juice and zest, and chicken broth. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream. Cook until the sauce thickens.
  6. Return salmon to the skillet and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  7. Transfer salmon to a serving plate, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with dill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 34gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 850mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure the skillet is hot before adding the salmon, avoid overcrowding, and watch the cooking time closely.

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