Salmon and Mushroom Orzo With Red Wine Sauce Recipe

Name: Salmon and Mushroom Orzo With Red Wine Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion, sliced; 2 cups dry red wine; 2 cups canned beef broth; 8 fresh thyme sprigs; 2 bay leaves; 1 lb orzo pasta; 6 shallots, minced; 1 lb mushroom, sliced; 5 cups canned low sodium chicken broth; ½ cup whipping cream; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon; 30 ounces skinless boneless salmon fillets; ¼ cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces

Servings: persons

7 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, sliced
2 cups dry red wine
2 cups canned beef broth
8 fresh thyme sprigs
2 bay leaves
1 lb orzo pasta
6 shallots, minced
1 lb mushroom, sliced
5 cups canned low sodium chicken broth
½ cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
30 ounces skinless boneless salmon fillets
¼ cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces

1
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add onion; saute 5 minutes.
3
Add wine, beef broth, thyme and 1 bay leaf; boil until liquid is reduced to 1 cup, about 35 minutes.
4
Strain sauce into small saucepan.
5
Preheat oven to 350F Place orzo on rimmed baking sheet.
6
Bake until golden brown, about 20 minutes.
7
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in another heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat.
8
Add shallots; saute 4 minutes.
9
Add mushrooms; saute until golden, about 10 minutes.
10
Add orzo, chicken broth and 1 bay leaf; bring to boil.
11
Reduce heat to medium-low.
12
Cook uncovered until orzo is tender and broth is absorbed, stirring often, about 20 minutes.
13
Add cream and tarragon; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
14
Season with salt and pepper.
15
Heat 3 tablespoons oil in heavy large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
16
Sprinkle salmon with salt and pepper.
17
Add to skillet and saute just until cooked through, about 3 minutes per side.
18
Bring sauce to simmer.
19
Add butter; whisk just until melted.
20
Season with pepper.
21
Spoon orzo onto plates.
22
Top with salmon.
23
Serve with sauce.

2039

kcal

Calories

Fat

140

Carbs

168

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 7 tablespoons olive oil, 1 large onion, sliced, 2 cups dry red wine, 2 cups canned beef broth, and more.

Yes, Salmon and Mushroom Orzo With Red Wine Sauce 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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Salmon and Mushroom Orzo With Red Wine Sauce

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