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Salmon Piccata

Salmon Piccata features tender pan-seared salmon fillets in a zesty lemon-caper butter sauce, delivering a bright and flavorful twist on a classic Italian dish.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Pat salmon fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Lightly dredge each fillet in flour, shaking off excess.
  2. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon fillets and cook 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove salmon and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add white wine, lemon juice, and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
  4. Stir in capers and remaining 2 tablespoons of butter until sauce is smooth and slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Return salmon to the skillet, spoon sauce over fillets, and cook for 1-2 minutes to heat through.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

For an extra burst of flavor, serve with a side of garlic mashed potatoes or steamed asparagus.