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Salmon with Parsley-Caper Sauce

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Succulent salmon fillets with a vibrant parsley-caper sauce, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Ingredients for Salmon with Parsley-Caper Sauce

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serves
6 peoplechevron

Flat Leaf Parsley, finely chopped

cups

Capers, rinsed

tablespoons

Scallion, minced

each

Garlic Clove, minced

each

Salmon fillets

0 lb

Salt

to taste

Lemon Juice, fresh

tablespoons

How to Make Salmon with Parsley-Caper Sauce

1. Prepare Parsley-Caper Sauce

In a bowl, mix together the finely chopped flat-leaf parsley, capers, minced scallion, and garlic. Pour in half of the extra-virgin olive oil and stir to combine. Set aside.

2. Preheat Broiler or Grill

Preheat your broiler or grill to high heat, ensuring it's ready for cooking the salmon.

3. Prepare Salmon for Cooking

Brush the salmon fillets with the remaining olive oil to prevent sticking and to help achieve a golden crust.

4. Cook the Salmon

Place the fillets on the broiler or grill and cook for about 2 minutes on each side, aiming for a lightly charred exterior and a slightly translucent center if desired.

5. Rest and Season Salmon

Transfer the salmon to a serving platter and let it rest for 2 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

6. Finish the Sauce and Serve

Add fresh lemon juice to the parsley-caper sauce and stir. Drizzle the sauce over the warm salmon fillets and serve immediately.

Pitfalls and tips

Perfecting the Sear

Use a heavy-bottomed skillet or cast-iron pan with a high-smoke-point oil. Sear salmon skin-side down, pressing gently for even contact, and wait until the skin is crispy before flipping, around 5 minutes.

Choose the Right Salmon

Opt for fresh, wild-caught salmon if available, and ensure it has skin on for added flavor during cooking.

Perfecting the Sear

Use a heavy skillet and high-smoke-point oil to sear the salmon, and allow the skin to crisp before flipping.

Choose the Right Salmon

Opt for fresh, wild-caught salmon for the best flavor and texture. Farm-raised can work too, but look for sustainably sourced options with skin on for protection while cooking and added flavor.

Tailor Your Sauce

Use flat-leaf parsley, including the stems, and toast the capers to enhance their flavor and add texture to the parsley-caper sauce.

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