Salmon Fillet in Creamy Spinach Sauce

Salmon Fillet in Creamy Spinach Sauce 🥂

This succulent salmon fillet is simmered in a rich, creamy spinach sauce with a hint of paprika and mustard. It’s a quick and elegant dish—perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion!

📌 Ingredients (Serves 4-5)

For the Salmon:
• 4-5 skinless salmon fillets 🐟
• Salt, pepper, and sweet paprika 🌶️
• Olive oil (for frying) 🫒

For the Creamy Spinach Sauce:
• 30g butter 🧈
• 1 onion, finely chopped 🧅
• 1 tbsp tomato paste 🍅
• 1 tbsp sweet paprika powder 🌶️
• ½ tsp mustard
• 400ml heavy cream 🥛
• Salt, pepper, and sweet paprika (to taste) 🧂
• Optional: A splash of vegetable broth 🍲
• 100g fresh spinach 🌿

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Salmon
• Season the salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and sweet paprika.
• Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
• Sear the salmon for 1-2 minutes per side, then remove from the pan (it should still be raw inside).

2️⃣ Make the Sauce
• Reduce the heat and melt butter in the same pan.
• Add chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent.
• Stir in tomato paste and mustard, cooking for 30 seconds to enhance the flavors.
• Pour in heavy cream and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
• If needed, add a splash of vegetable broth to adjust the consistency.

3️⃣ Add the Spinach & Simmer
• Add the fresh spinach, stirring until it wilts.
• Let the sauce simmer for 2 minutes.