Description
This pan-fried salmon recipe features perfectly seared salmon fillets served alongside tender braised Little Gem lettuces with peas and a light dill-infused crème fraîche mustard sauce. A quick and elegant dish ideal for a nutritious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 4 Little Gem lettuces, halved lengthways
- 200ml vegetable stock
- 4 x 130g salmon fillets
- 200g fresh or frozen peas (defrosted if frozen)
- ½ small bunch of dill, chopped
- 1 tbsp half-fat crème fraîche
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Braise the Little Gem Lettuce: Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a large lidded frying pan over medium heat. Place the halved Little Gem lettuces cut-side down in the pan and fry for 2 minutes until they begin to brown. Pour in 200ml vegetable stock, cover with the lid, and cook for 6 minutes to braise the lettuce.
- Season and Pan-Fry the Salmon: While the lettuce braises, season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat the remaining 1 tsp olive oil in a second pan over medium heat. Place the salmon skin-side down and fry for 3 minutes. Carefully flip the fillets with a fish slice and cook for an additional 3 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily.
- Add Peas and Dill to Lettuce: Add the peas and chopped dill into the pan with the braised lettuce. Cover and cook for 2 more minutes until the lettuce is tender but intact and the peas are warmed through.
- Prepare the Sauce: Stir the half-fat crème fraîche and Dijon mustard into the lettuce and pea mixture. Warm gently over low heat, stirring occasionally.
- Plate and Serve: Arrange the braised Little Gem lettuces and salmon fillets on serving plates. Spoon the pea, lettuce, and dill sauce over the salmon and lettuce to serve.
Notes
- Use defrosted frozen peas if fresh peas are not available.
- Do not overcook the salmon to keep it moist and flaky.
- The braised Little Gem lettuce retains some texture by gently cooking with vegetable stock.
- This dish pairs well with crusty bread or boiled new potatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Modern European
Keywords: pan-fried salmon, braised lettuce, Little Gem, dill sauce, easy salmon recipe, healthy seafood, quick dinner
