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Pan-Fried Salmon with Braised Little Gem Lettuce, Peas, and Dill Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Noah
  • Total Time: 26 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A simple and elegant pan-fried salmon recipe served with braised Little Gem lettuce and a creamy dill pea sauce. This dish brings together tender salmon fillets with lightly braised lettuce and fresh peas in a tangy crème fraîche and mustard sauce, perfect for a light yet flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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For the Braised Little Gem Lettuce and Pea Sauce

  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 4 Little Gem lettuces, halved lengthways
  • 200ml vegetable stock
  • 200g fresh or frozen peas (defrosted if frozen)
  • ½ small bunch of dill, chopped
  • 1 tbsp half-fat crème fraîche
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

For the Pan-Fried Salmon

  • 4 x 130g salmon fillets
  • Salt and pepper, to season

Instructions

  1. Braise the Lettuce: Heat 1 tsp of 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 start to brown.
  2. Add Stock and Cook: Pour in 200ml of vegetable stock, cover the pan with a lid, and cook for 6 minutes to braise the lettuce until tender but still structured.
  3. Season the Salmon: While the lettuce is cooking, season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
  4. Pan-Fry the Salmon: Heat the remaining 1 tsp of olive oil in a separate pan over medium heat. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and fry for 3 minutes. Carefully flip the salmon with a fish slice and cook for an additional 3 minutes until cooked through and the flesh flakes easily.
  5. Add Peas and Dill: To the pan with the braised lettuce, tip in the peas and chopped dill. Cover and cook over medium heat for 2 minutes until the lettuce is tender and the peas are warmed through.
  6. Finish the Sauce: Stir the crème fraîche and Dijon mustard into the lettuce pan. Warm the sauce gently over low heat, combining all the flavors.
  7. Serve: Arrange the salmon fillets and braised lettuce halves on serving plates. Spoon the pea and dill sauce over the salmon and lettuce and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Using frozen peas is convenient, just be sure to defrost them before adding.
  • Half-fat crème fraîche makes the sauce lighter without sacrificing creaminess.
  • Cooking salmon skin-side down first helps achieve a crispy skin.
  • Do not overcook the salmon to keep it moist and flaky.
  • The braised lettuce adds a unique texture and subtle flavor to this dish.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 16 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: European

Keywords: pan-fried salmon, braised lettuce, Little Gem lettuce, dill pea sauce, quick salmon recipe, healthy fish dish

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