Cajun Salmon

LEVEL

TIME

Beginner

25 Mins

Ingredients

– 2-3 salmon fillets skin on (about 1 lb.) – 1 tbsp. olive oil – 3 tbsp. butter divided – 3 garlic cloves minced – ½ cup white wine your favorite kind – 2 tbsp. chopped parsley – 2 tbsp. lemon juice – 1 tbsp. Cajun seasoning or to taste – Salt & pepper to taste

Step 1

Season the salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning.

Step 2

Heat the oil in a medium, non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook the salmon fillets flesh-side down first, for 5 minutes on each side, or until cooked to your liking. Once cooked, remove them from the pan and set aside.

Step 3

To the same pan, add 1 tablespoon of butter and garlic. Cook for 1 minute. Add the wine and cook for about 5 minutes, until it is reduced by more than half.

Step 4

Stir in the remaining butter, parsley, lemon juice, and a pinch of Cajun seasoning. Bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Return the salmon to the pan, and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

This Cajun Salmon recipe is an ultra-easy and flavorful dinner to make during your busy weeknights. It’s ready in less than 30 minutes.

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