Pan Seared Salmon with Tarragon Cream

Elevate your dinner routine with this luxurious Pan Seared Salmon with Tarragon Cream, a restaurant-quality dish that’s surprisingly easy to make at home. Perfectly seared salmon fillets boast a crispy golden crust, while the rich and creamy tarragon sauce, infused with shallots, garlic, white wine, and a hint of lemon, takes your taste buds on a gourmet journey. Fresh tarragon adds an aromatic herbaceous note, making this dish both elegant and flavorful. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions alike. Pair it with sautéed vegetables or fluffy rice for a complete and satisfying meal. Impress your family or guests with this quick and decadent salmon recipe! Keywords: pan seared salmon, tarragon cream, salmon recipe, easy dinner, creamy salmon recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6-oz each) salmon fillets
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium (finely minced) shallot
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 0.5 cup dry white wine
• 0.75 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh tarragon
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Season the salmon fillets with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the salmon fillets skin-side down. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until the skin is crispy.

Step 3

Flip the salmon fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside, keeping warm.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Once the butter melts, add the minced shallot and cook for 2 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 6

Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

Step 7

Add the heavy cream and stir to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes, or until slightly thickened.

Step 8

Stir in the chopped tarragon and lemon juice. Season the sauce with additional salt and pepper to taste.

Step 9

Return the salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Cook for 1-2 minutes to warm through.

Step 10

Serve the salmon fillets with tarragon cream sauce draped over the top. Pair with sautéed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1107.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2457.8

Total Fat 188.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 514.2mg	0%
Sodium 2981.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 15.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.6g	0%
Total Sugars 4.8g
Protein 144.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 85.4mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 343.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.7%

Protein: 24.7%

Carbs: 2.7%