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Salmon Piccata

Salmon Piccata is a light and flavorful dish featuring pan-seared salmon with a tangy lemon-caper sauce, perfect for a quick and elegant dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons capers, drained
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then lightly dredge them in flour, shaking off any excess.
  2. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add salmon fillets and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Remove salmon from skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add white wine, lemon juice, and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce reduces by half, about 3 minutes.
  5. Stir in capers and the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, stirring until melted and the sauce is slightly thickened.
  6. Return salmon to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the fillets to coat.
  7. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

For an extra burst of flavor, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce or serve with steamed asparagus or angel hair pasta.