Source: Jacek Chabraszewski, AdobeStockTender and juicy salmon in cream sauce looks just as good as any restaurant dish. Yet, it's quick and easy to prepare – even a beginner can handle it. You can use salmon steaks or a whole fillet; in most cases, this doesn't affect the cooking process. We're sharing 12 delicious recipes!
1. Pan-Seared Salmon in Cream Sauce
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruLet's start with an unusual sauce recipe that's sure to impress your loved ones.
You'll need: 500g salmon, 200ml cream, 50g mayonnaise, 20 olives, spices.
Preparation: Cut the salmon into serving pieces, season, and pan-fry until golden brown on both sides. Set aside and pour the cream into the same pan. Add mayonnaise and olives (blended until finely chopped), mix thoroughly, and heat the sauce over low heat, without bringing it to a boil. Add the salmon to the sauce and remove from heat.
2. Baked Salmon in Cream Sauce
Source: lobsterhouse.ruThis recipe works equally well for baking salmon steaks or fillets.
You'll need: 200g salmon, 200ml cream, 1 clove garlic, 50ml vegetable oil, spices.
Preparation: Rub the salmon with spices to taste and place it in an oiled baking dish. Mix the cream and minced garlic, pour this sauce over the salmon, and bake for half an hour at 190 degrees Celsius in the oven. For the first 15 minutes, bake covered with foil.
3. Salmon in Cream Sauce with Flour
Source: activefisher.netA classic cream sauce with minimal ingredients.
You'll need: 500g salmon, 1 tsp flour, 1 tbsp butter, 200ml cream, 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp chopped herbs, spices, lemon juice.
Preparation: Cut the salmon into pieces, sprinkle with lemon juice, season, and pan-fry in olive oil for 1-2 minutes per side. Sauté the flour in butter until golden. Pour in the cream, stirring, and simmer the sauce for a few minutes until it thickens. Add spices and herbs, mix, add the salmon, and simmer over low heat for 7-8 minutes.
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4. Salmon with Spinach in Cream Sauce
Source: gruzarf.ruThis main course can be served even without a side dish – it's delicious on its own.
You'll need: 700g salmon, 4 cloves garlic, 100g spinach, 50g hard cheese, 1.5 cups cream, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 30g butter, 1/2 cup broth, 1 tbsp flour, spices and aromatic herbs.
Preparation: Cut the salmon into pieces, season to taste, pan-fry in vegetable oil until golden brown on both sides, and set aside. Separately, sauté minced garlic in a mixture of butter and vegetable oil, add flour, mix, and pour in hot broth, continuing to stir.
Simmer briefly until thickened, then pour in the cream. Season, add grated cheese, and simmer until it dissolves. Then add chopped spinach and simmer the sauce a little longer until it reaches the desired consistency. Add the salmon to the cream sauce and simmer for another 2 minutes.
5. Salmon in Cream Sauce with Mustard
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruA very piquant sauce that perfectly complements salmon.
You'll need: 750g salmon, 500ml cream, 100ml vegetable oil, 3 bay leaves, 50g mustard seeds, 3 shallots, spices.
Preparation: Cut the salmon into pieces, season, and bake in the oven on parchment paper for 20 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius. Mince the onion, sauté it until translucent in vegetable oil, and pour in the cream, stirring. Add bay leaves, spices, and mustard. Simmer the cream sauce for 5 minutes over low heat, then strain through a sieve. Arrange the salmon on plates and pour the sauce over it.
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6. Salmon with Cherry Tomatoes in Cream Sauce
Source: pinterest.comIf you can find very small cherry tomatoes, you don't even need to cut them.
You'll need: 3 salmon steaks, 500g cherry tomatoes, 3 cloves garlic, 100ml 30% cream, herbs, 50g Parmesan, 30g butter, 50ml vegetable oil, spices.
Preparation: Season the salmon to taste and pan-fry lightly on both sides in vegetable oil. Set aside. Melt the butter, lightly sauté the minced garlic in it, and add halved cherry tomatoes. Fry the tomatoes for about 3-4 minutes, stirring.
Add chopped herbs, mix, pour in the cream, and simmer for another 2 minutes. Add grated Parmesan, mix again, and add the salmon. You can also add a couple of lemon slices. Simmer everything together for another 5 minutes over low heat – and your salmon in cream sauce is ready!
7. Salmon in Cream Sauce with White Wine
Source: za-edoy.ruDry white wine is a classic accompaniment to red fish and seafood.
You'll need: 150g salmon, 40ml vegetable oil, 100ml cream, 100ml dry white wine, 60g onion, spices, 20g grainy mustard.
Preparation: Season and pan-fry the salmon on both sides until lightly golden in vegetable oil. Separately, sauté the minced onion, pour in the wine, and reduce for a couple of minutes. Then pour in the cream, add mustard and spices to taste. Simmer the cream sauce until thickened, add the salmon, and heat a little longer.
8. Salmon in Cream Sauce with Egg Yolk and Cheese
Source: karamelcafe.ruDespite the simplicity of cream sauce, even it can be prepared in various ways.
You'll need: 1 salmon steak, spices and aromatic herbs, 50g butter, 1 tbsp olive oil, 100ml 10% cream, 50g hard cheese, 5g dill, 1 egg yolk.
Preparation: Rub the salmon with spices and herbs, drizzle with olive oil, and place in a baking dish. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes at 200 degrees Celsius.
Melt the butter, pour in the cream, add grated cheese, and simmer the sauce over low heat or in a double boiler until smooth. Add dill and spices, mix, and add the egg yolk. Mix again and simmer the sauce a little longer until it thickens. Pour it over the salmon and return it to the oven for 7-8 minutes.
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9. Salmon with Herbs in Cream Sauce
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruYou can add any other herbs of your choice to the sauce.
You'll need: 300g salmon, 80g spinach, 2 green onion stalks, 2 basil leaves, 4 sprigs parsley, 50g onion, 200ml cream, spices.
Preparation: Cut and lightly pan-fry the salmon in a small amount of oil. Set aside, and in the same oil, sauté the minced onion until translucent. Add chopped spinach and cook for another 3 minutes. Pour in the cream, bring the sauce to a boil, season, and add the salmon. Add the remaining chopped herbs and simmer everything covered for 7-10 minutes over low heat.
10. Salmon with Mushrooms in Cream Sauce
Source: svadibalove.ruCream sauce with mushrooms has long been a universal classic that also pairs well with salmon.
You'll need: 500g salmon, 200g button mushrooms, 200ml 10% cream, 1 tbsp flour, 1 onion, spices, 1 bunch of herbs.
Preparation: Cut and pan-fry the salmon in oil until lightly golden, season, and set aside. Separately, sauté the minced onion until soft, add finely chopped mushrooms, and fry for 10 minutes, stirring.
Add flour, mix thoroughly, and fry for another 2 minutes. Pour in the cream and cook the sauce until thickened. Add the salmon, sprinkle with chopped herbs, and heat for 2 minutes covered.
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11. Salmon with Broccoli in Cream Sauce
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruA delicious and healthy dish for those who prefer proper nutrition.
You'll need: 500g salmon, 1 tbsp flour, 500g broccoli, spices, 500ml cream or milk.
Preparation: Separate the broccoli into large florets and parboil them for 5-7 minutes in boiling water. Cut and pan-fry the salmon for just 2 minutes. Mix the cream, flour, and spices until smooth. Add the broccoli to the salmon, pour the cream sauce over them, and bring to a boil. Simmer the dish until thickened for 3-4 minutes over low heat.
12. Salmon with Green Peas in Cream Sauce
Source: zelengarden.ruBoth fresh and frozen peas will work here.
You'll need: 350g salmon, 100g green peas, 1-2 tsp honey, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 clove garlic, 100ml 30-35% cream, 2 tsp grainy mustard, spices.
Preparation: Cut and marinate the salmon in a mixture of mustard, oil, honey, minced garlic, and spices. Place it in a baking dish, add green peas, and pour in the cream. You can add a couple of lemon or lime slices. Bake the dish for 10-15 minutes in the oven at 200-220 degrees Celsius.