This recipe for roasted salmon with white wine sauce is a delightful dish that combines tender, flaky salmon with a rich and flavorful white wine sauce. The salmon is seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices, then roasted to perfection, creating a crispy exterior and a moist and tender interior. The white wine sauce is made by reducing white wine with butter and garlic, then thickening it with cream. The sauce complements the salmon beautifully, adding a creamy and tangy element to the dish. This recipe is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner that feels luxurious.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried dill
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup white wine
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, dried dill, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Brush the seasoned olive oil mixture onto the salmon fillets, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Roast the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until it is cooked to your desired level of doneness.
- While the salmon is roasting, prepare the white wine sauce.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Pour in the white wine and bring it to a simmer.
- Allow the white wine to simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until it has reduced by half.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream.
- Cook the sauce for an additional 3-4 minutes, until it has thickened slightly.
- Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice.
- Serve the roasted salmon with the white wine sauce drizzled over the top.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- Enjoy!
