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Salmon Meuniere

Effortless Salmon Meunière with a Zesty Lemon-Caper Sauce

This Salmon Meunière is a quick and elegant dish featuring a golden crust and a zesty lemon-caper sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 1 cup All Purpose Flour Can use gluten-free flour if needed.
  • to taste Salt Enhances flavor.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust according to taste.
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets Wild salmon recommended.
For the Sauce
  • 2-3 tablespoons Ghee or Butter Ghee has a higher smoke point.
  • ½ cup Dry White Wine Substitute with chicken broth for non-alcoholic.
  • 2 tablespoons Capers Optional, skip if not preferred.
  • 1 whole Lemon Zest and juice are used.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Adjust according to dietary needs.
  • to taste Parsley Fresh garnish, can substitute with chives.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine about 1 cup of all-purpose flour, a generous pinch of salt, and freshly cracked pepper. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the seasoning.
  2. Dredge the salmon fillets in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating. Shake off any excess flour.
  3. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add about 2-3 tablespoons of ghee or butter. Heat until the fat is shimmering.
  4. Carefully lay the salmon fillets skin-side down in the hot skillet. Cook for 3-5 minutes without moving.
  5. Using a spatula, gently flip the salmon fillets over and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes.
  6. In the same skillet, lower the heat and add 2 tablespoons of capers and ½ cup of dry white wine. Scrape up any browned bits.
  7. Once reduced, stir in the zest and juice of 1 lemon, followed by 2 tablespoons of butter.
  8. Return the cooked salmon to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the fillets to coat them well. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, serve fresh immediately after cooking.

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