Salmon Fillets With Red Butter Sauce Recipe

Name: Salmon Fillets With Red Butter Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds salmon fillet, in one or two pieces; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme; 1 teaspoon brown sugar; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 shallots, coarsely chopped; A 1-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced; 1/2 cup dry red wine; 1/4 cup water; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds salmon fillet, in one or two pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon brown sugar
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 shallots, coarsely chopped
A 1-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced
1/2 cup dry red wine
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

1
Wipe the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
2
Combine the olive oil, thyme and sugar and spread over the salmon.
3
Leave for an hour at room temperature or overnight, refrigerated.
4
Melt one tablespoon butter in a small saucepan and saute the shallots and ginger for one minute without browning.
5
Place in the jar of a blender with the wine, water and vinegar.
6
Reduce to a puree.
7
Return the mixture to the saucepan and simmer until reduced to one-third of its volume.
8
Keep warm.
9
Meanwhile, broil the salmon fillets until cooked (about five minutes on each side), taking care not to dry them out.
10
Off-heat, stir the remaining butter into the sauce.
11
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
12
Pour the sauce over the fish fillets and serve.

497

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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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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: 1 1/2 pounds salmon fillet, in one or two pieces, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme, 1 teaspoon brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Salmon Fillets With Red Butter 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 Fillets With Red Butter Sauce

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