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Salmon Piccata

Salmon Piccata features tender salmon fillets in a bright, tangy lemon-caper sauce, making it a quick and elegant dish perfect for any dinner occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or dry white wine
  • 1/4 cup capers, drained
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper and lightly coat with flour, shaking off excess.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat.
  3. Add salmon to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side or until golden and cooked through. Remove salmon and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add lemon juice, chicken broth, and capers. Bring to a boil, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer until the sauce reduces by half, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Whisk in remaining 2 tablespoons butter until the sauce is glossy.
  7. Return salmon to the pan, spoon sauce over the fillets, and warm through for 1-2 minutes.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Serve Salmon Piccata over angel hair pasta or alongside steamed vegetables to balance the tangy sauce with light sides.