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Salmon with Beurre Blanc Sauce

Decadent Salmon with Beurre Blanc Sauce for Date Night Delight

This Salmon with Beurre Blanc Sauce combines rich flavors with simplicity, perfect for special occasions or date nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French, Seafood
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beurre Blanc Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 medium Shallot, minced Can substitute with finely minced onion
  • 1/2 cup Dry White Wine Sauvignon Blanc recommended
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream Optional for lighter sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Truffle (fresh or preserved) Truffle oil can substitute in small amounts
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground White Pepper Black pepper can be used as an alternative
For the Salmon
  • 2 6 ounces Salmon Fillets Wild-caught preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter Can use olive oil as a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh lemon is recommended
  • to taste Salt and Pepper For seasoning

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Broiler

Method
 

How to Make Salmon with Beurre Blanc Sauce
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-low and add olive oil. Sauté the minced shallots until soft and transparent.
  2. Pour in the dry white wine and reduce until a film coats the bottom of the skillet.
  3. Stir in the heavy cream if using, and reduce the sauce until it thickens slightly.
  4. Remove from heat and whisk in the butter gradually until fully combined and smooth.
  5. Mix in the ground white pepper and grated truffle and adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Preheat the broiler and position the oven rack about 4-6 inches from the heat.
  7. Place the salmon skin side down, brush with melted butter, squeeze lemon juice, and season.
  8. Broil for 6-10 minutes until desired doneness is reached and salmon is golden.
  9. Plate salmon fillets and drizzle with white truffle beurre blanc sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 36gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 23gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 800mgVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh herbs for extra elegance. Ensure to taste and adjust the beurre blanc sauce before serving.

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