Wild Salmon in Basil Cream Recipe

Name: Wild Salmon in Basil Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup unsalted butter (1/2 stick); 6 tablespoons minced fresh basil; ¼ cup dry white wine; 2 cups fish stock or 1 1/3 c. bottled clam juice and 2/3 c. water; 1 cup heavy cream; ¼ teaspoon white pepper; ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; salt, to taste; 1 ½ cups fish stock or 3/4 c. water and 3/4 c. bottled clam juice; 2 large celery ribs, diced; 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced; 1 large onion, diced; 2 lemon peel, 3 x 1/4-inch strips (yellow part only); 4 whole black peppercorns; 3 large parsley sprigs; 1 large bay leaf, crumbled; 1 teaspoon cider vinegar; 4 (10 ounce) salmon steaks; fresh basil sprig; lemon wedge

Servings: persons

¼ cup unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
6 tablespoons minced fresh basil
¼ cup dry white wine
2 cups fish stock or 1 1/3 c. bottled clam juice and 2/3 c. water
1 cup heavy cream
¼ teaspoon white pepper
¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
salt, to taste
1 ½ cups fish stock or 3/4 c. water and 3/4 c. bottled clam juice
2 large celery ribs, diced
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
1 large onion, diced
2 lemon peel, 3 x 1/4-inch strips (yellow part only)
4 whole black peppercorns
3 large parsley sprigs
1 large bay leaf, crumbled
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
4 (10 ounce) salmon steaks
fresh basil sprig
lemon wedge

1
For Basil Cream.
2
Melt butter in heavy medium skillet over medium heat.
3
Add basil and stir until wilted, about 1 minute.
4
Add wine, increase heat and boil until reduced by half, about 3 minutes.
5
Add stock and boil 3 minutes.
6
Add cream, peppers and salt; boil until sauce is reduced to 3/4 cup, about 8 minutes.
7
For Steamed Salmon.
8
Combine first 9 ingredients in heavy large skillet; bring to gentle simmer.
9
Arrange salmon in single layer atop vegetables.
10
Cover tightly and cook until salmon is just opaque, 9 minutes per inch of thickness; drain salmon.
11
Spoon 3 tablespoons sauce in center of each plate, tilting plate to spread evenly.
12
Place salmon steak in center of each.
13
Garnish with basil sprig and lemon wedge and serve.

640

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Carbs

Protein

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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.
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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup unsalted butter (1/2 stick), 6 tablespoons minced fresh basil, ¼ cup dry white wine, 2 cups fish stock or 1 1/3 c. bottled clam juice and 2/3 c. water, and more.

Yes, Wild Salmon in Basil Cream 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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Wild Salmon in Basil Cream

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Variations & substitutions

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