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Pan Fried Salmon in Creamy Sundried Tomato Sauce

This pan-fried salmon in a creamy sundried tomato sauce is rich, flavorful, and ready in under 30 minutes! Juicy salmon fillets are simmered in a luscious sauce made with garlic, cream, and sundried tomatoes for a delicious and easy dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1.5 pounds salmon fillets skin ON or OFF
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 small yellow onion finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced or pressed
  • 4 ounces jar of sun-dried tomatoes in oil
  • 0.5 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 0.25 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet set over medium heat.
  2. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Add the fillets to the heated oil and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, or until cooked 3/4 of the way up. The cooking time will depend on the thickness of the fillet. Using a fish spatula, carefully flip over the salmon and cook for 3 to 4 more minutes, or until cooked through. To check for doneness, you can use an instant-read meat thermometer; salmon is done when the thickest part of the salmon registers at 145˚F. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of the reserved sun-dried tomato oil and heat it over medium heat. Add the onions and cook for a minute. Add the remaining tablespoon of sun-dried tomato oil only if needed.
  4. Stir in the garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and Italian seasoning; cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
  5. Add the vegetable broth to the skillet and bring to a simmer. Stir in the heavy cream and cook until heated through. Taste the sauce for salt and pepper and adjust accordingly.
  6. Return the salmon fillets to the skillet and cook for 2 more minutes, or until the sauce is slightly thickened.
  7. Remove the skillet from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools. Then, spoon the sauce over the salmon fillets, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Notes

This recipe is great served with mashed potatoes, pasta, or a simple side salad.