Seared Salmon Bites with Creamy Garlic Sauce

 

Yields: 4 servings

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 15 minutes

Total time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:

For the Salmon Bites:

1 lb salmon fillet, skin removed, cut into 1-inch cubes

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp lemon zest

2 tbsp olive oil

For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:

2 tbsp butter   

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth   

1/2 cup heavy cream

Salt and pepper to taste

1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions:

Prepare the Salmon: Season the salmon cubes with salt, black pepper, and lemon zest.

Sear the Salmon: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the salmon cubes and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium. Add butter and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in the broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat and stir in heavy cream. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Combine and Serve: Return the salmon bites to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Cook for 1-2 minutes to warm through. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition (Per Serving - Approximate):

Calories: 350 kcal

Protein: 26g

Fat: 25g

Carbs: 4g

Fiber: 0g