Are you looking for a mouthwatering dish that combines the delicate flavors of the sea with the vibrant golden hue of saffron? Look no further than seared wild salmon in saffron sauce. This culinary masterpiece tantalizes the taste buds with its tender, flaky salmon enveloped in a silky, aromatic sauce infused with saffron's distinct flavor. As you savor each bite, you'll embark on a culinary journey that transports you to the shores of the Mediterranean. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting your culinary adventures, this comprehensive guide will lead you through the steps of creating this delectable dish that will leave you and your dinner guests craving more.
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SALMON IN SAFFRON MUSSEL SAUCE
Categories Milk/Cream Tomato Sauté Low Carb Salmon Mussel Saffron White Wine Spring Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine mussels and wine in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Cover and cook until mussels begin to open, stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer mussels to large bowl (discard any mussels that do not open). Pour liquid from saucepan into 2-cup measuring cup. Stir in saffron. Let cooking liquid stand 15 minutes.
- Add enough cream to cooking liquid to measure 1 1/3 cups. Transfer to large saucepan. Stir in tomatoes, garlic, bay leaf, and cayenne. Simmer over medium heat until sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover and chill mussels and sauce separately.)
- Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add salmon, rounded side down. Cook until bottom is golden, about 3 minutes. Turn salmon over. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook until salmon is opaque in center, about 4 minutes longer. Remove from heat. Leave covered to keep warm.
- Bring sauce in large saucepan to simmer over low heat. Add mussels in shells; stir until heated through, about 2 minutes. Stir in lemon juice.
- Place 1 salmon fillet on each of 4 plates. Divide mussels among plates. Spoon sauce over salmon and mussels.
PAN-SEARED SALMON WITH CREAMY AVOCADO SAUCE
Simply pan-sear salmon in a little olive oil on medium-high heat for 5 to 6 minutes per side. That's it. Top with creamy avocado sauce and serve with a lemon wedge.
Provided by Rebecca
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine 1/4 cup olive oil, cream, avocado, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in an electric blender. Blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides. Coat the bottom of a skillet with olive oil and heat over medium-high heat. Add salmon once oil is hot and sear, 5 to 6 minutes. Flip and sear for 5 to 6 minutes more.
- Transfer salmon to a plate and top with creamy avocado sauce. Sprinkle with basil and serve immediately with a lemon wedge.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 581 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Fat 48.5 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 30.8 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 129 mg, Sugar 0 g
PAN-FRIED WILD SALMON
Steps:
- Rinse the salmon fillets and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels; season with sea salt.
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Gently lay the salmon into the hot oil with the skin side facing up and cook until the the flesh side is golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes; turn and continue cooking until the skin side is slightly browned, about 5 minutes more. Remove the salmon from the skillet, allowing any oil to drain from the fish back into the pan.
- Remove the skin from the salmon fillets; fry the skin in the oil remaining in the skillet until crispy, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve the crispy skin with the salmon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.8 calories, Cholesterol 37.6 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 195.3 mg
SEARED WILD SALMON IN SAFFRON SAUCE
Make and share this Seared Wild Salmon in Saffron Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Sal415
Categories Very Low Carbs
Time 22m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- salt and pepper salmon
- Heat up saute pan to med high heat
- Note make sure to use pan with no melting attachments
- pre heat oven 400°F.
- add oil to pan
- then place fish sear till 1/4 of the side is cooked
- flip over and place in the over 6 min
- for the sauce
- in a small sauce pot add wine, shallots bay leaf and pinch of saffron
- Reduce till almost dry discard bay leaf
- add heavy cream, stir and reduce til slightly thick
- salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 926.8, Fat 80.6, SaturatedFat 24.3, Cholesterol 166.6, Sodium 262, Carbohydrate 5.1, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.6, Protein 35.5
SEARED WILD KING SALMON WITH CUCUMBER, RED ONION, AND SAFFRON BROTH
Steps:
- Slice the cucumber halves on the diagonal about 1/3 inch thick. Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the cucumbers and blanch for 20 seconds, then transfer with a wiremesh skimmer to ice water to chill. Add the onion to the boiling water and blanch for 15 seconds. Drain and transfer to the ice water. When cool, drain and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shallots and sauté until softened, about 8 minutes. Add the wine and saffron and simmer until almost dry. Add the stock and simmer until reduced by half. Whisk in the crème fraîche. Simmer until the sauce is reduced to about 1 cup. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean saucepan. Whisk in the chives and tarragon. Add the cucumbers and onions. Season with salt and keep warm over low heat while you cook the salmon.
- With needle-nose pliers or tweezers, remove the salmon's fine pinbones. (You can feel these by running your fingers over the thickest part of the flesh.) Season the fish on both sides with salt and white pepper. Heat a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add the olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the salmon, skinned side up. Sear until nicely browned, about 2 minutes, then turn and cook until the fish just flakes, about 3 minutes longer, lowering the heat as needed to prevent burning.
- Divide the cucumbers, onions, and saffron broth evenly among 4 soup bowls. Top each serving with a salmon fillet. Garnish the salmon with a sprinkle of fresh chives. Serve immediately.
- Enjoy with Cakebread Cellars Chardonnay or another medium-bodied white wine.
SALMON WITH SAFFRON CREAM SAUCE
A variant on a recipe I found in a magazine. I was a little disappointed in the original version because the time spent versus the end result wasn't worth it. I think this was nicer and much, much quicker - so try and see if you agree ;-).
Provided by Peter J
Categories Australian
Time 30m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Evenly spread saffron threads at the bottom of a small glass and top with 1 teaspoon of water.
- Place into a microwave oven towards the edge of the carousel with 200ml of water in a large glass at the opposite edge.
- Microwave on high for 3 minutes.
- WARNING - the water may be superheated - allow to rest 5 minutes before touching either glass.
- Remove the small glass and transfer the saffron / remaining liquid to a small mixing bowl (or for a single serve just leave in the glass).
- Mix through sour cream, lime juice and chopped chives mixing well and place in refrigerator while salmon cooks.
- Rub olive oil over the salmon and sprinkle with pepper.
- Cooking using your preferred techique, I grilled them on a BBQ plate over medium heat for about 7 minutes a side.
- Spread (it is quite thick) mixture over the salmon and serve with your favourite salads and side-dishes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.1, Fat 18, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 127.5, Sodium 213.1, Carbohydrate 1.3, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.9, Protein 51.9
SEARED SALMON WITH BALSAMIC SAUCE
A friend gave me this quick and easy approach to salmon. It has a mildly sweet sauce and is such a hit that I've passed it to other fish fans. -Trish Horton, Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Sprinkle salmon with salt. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Place salmon in skillet, skin side up; cook until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 4-5 minutes on each side. Remove from pan; keep warm., In same skillet, combine water, vinegar, lemon juice and brown sugar. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to about 1/3 cup, stirring occasionally. Serve salmon with sauce; sprinkle with pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 353mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and tools ready. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling.
- Choose the right salmon: Look for wild-caught salmon that is fresh and has a vibrant color. Avoid salmon that is farmed or has been previously frozen.
- Season the salmon well: Use a combination of salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices to season the salmon before cooking. This will help to enhance the flavor of the fish.
- Sear the salmon properly: Sear the salmon in a hot pan with a little bit of oil until it is golden brown and crispy on the outside and cooked through on the inside. Be careful not to overcook the salmon, as this will make it dry and tough.
- Make the saffron sauce: While the salmon is cooking, make the saffron sauce by simmering saffron threads in a mixture of white wine, fish stock, and cream. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately: Serve the seared salmon with the saffron sauce immediately. Garnish with fresh herbs and lemon wedges.
Conclusion:
This seared wild salmon in saffron sauce is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The salmon is cooked to perfection and the saffron sauce is rich and flavorful. This dish is sure to impress your guests.
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