Crispy Salmon With Dill and Leeks Recipe

Name: Crispy Salmon With Dill and Leeks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 1 garlic clove, crushed; 1 leek, thinly sliced; 1 cup vegetable stock or 1 cup chicken stock; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced; salt and pepper; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 salmon fillets, skin on; 2 cups Baby Spinach, packed; 2 lemons

Servings: persons

1
Heat a saucepan to medium low and add a tablespoon of butter.
2
Add garlic and saute until golden, 2-3 minutes.
3
Add leeks and continue sauteing until soft but not browned, about 5 minutes.
4
Turn the heat up the medium and add stock, parsley and a healthy amount of salt and pepper.
5
Bring to a simmer and simmer for 5 minutes.
6
Remove garlic, stir in dill, and taste for seasoning.
7
Correct if necessary and keep warm.
8
Heat a saute pan to medium and add a tablespoon of olive oil, when hot add the other tablespoon of butter.
9
Pat salmon dry with paper towels and put salmon in pan skin side down.
10
Cook for 5-8 minutes or until cooked halfway through, flip and continue until salmon is medium rare about 30 seconds to 3 more minutes.
11
Put a cup of spinach on each plate and top with a salmon fillet and half the sauce.
12
Squeeze lemon juice over top and serve with an extra lemon wedge.

344

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 1 garlic clove, crushed, 1 leek, thinly sliced, 1 cup vegetable stock or 1 cup chicken stock, and more.

Yes, Crispy Salmon With Dill and Leeks falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Crispy Salmon With Dill and Leeks

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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