Description
Succulent salmon meets zesty garlic lemon butter sauce in this Mediterranean-inspired culinary delight. Creamy, tangy flavors dance across tender fish, promising a restaurant-quality meal you can easily craft at home.
Ingredients
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Main Proteins:
- 4 pounds chicken pieces (breasts, thighs, drumsticks, or wings; bone-in, skin-on)
Dry Seasoning Blend:
- 4 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 3 tablespoons onion powder
- 3 tablespoons garlic powder
- 3 tablespoons kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons coarsely ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 3 teaspoons ground cayenne pepper
Coating and Frying Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups buttermilk
- 1/4 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 5 teaspoons baking powder
- 4 cups peanut oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon by thoroughly drying each fillet with paper towels to ensure optimal searing. Generously season both sides with salt and pepper for enhanced flavor.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high temperature until shimmering. Carefully place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes, developing a crispy exterior. Flip and cook the opposite side for 3-4 minutes until fish is just cooked through.
- Remove salmon from pan and set aside. Reduce heat to medium and add butter, allowing it to melt. Introduce minced garlic and sauté quickly for 30 seconds, being careful not to brown.
- Pour chicken broth into the skillet, allowing it to simmer for 2-3 minutes. Use a wooden spoon to scrape accumulated browned bits from the pan’s surface, incorporating those flavorful remnants.
- Incorporate lemon juice and remaining butter, whisking continuously to create a smooth, glossy sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, balancing the flavors.
- Gently return salmon to the skillet, spooning the warm sauce over the fillets. Allow fish to reheat for approximately 1 minute, ensuring even sauce distribution.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately, presenting the salmon with its rich, aromatic sauce.
Notes
- Pat salmon dry thoroughly to ensure a perfect golden-brown sear and crispy skin texture.
- Use high-quality fresh salmon fillets for the best flavor and most tender results.
- Control heat carefully when sautéing garlic to prevent burning and creating bitter undertones.
- Whisk butter slowly into sauce to create a smooth, glossy emulsion that coats the fish beautifully.
- Swap chicken broth with vegetable broth for a vegetarian-friendly version of the sauce.
- For a lighter option, replace butter with olive oil and reduce quantity for fewer calories.
- Choose wild-caught salmon for more robust flavor and higher omega-3 content.
- Let salmon rest briefly after cooking to retain moisture and ensure even temperature distribution.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 1500 mg
- Fat: 50 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 30 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg