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Creamy Salmon Pasta
Instructions
1
Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve about 1/4 cup of pasta water and set aside.
2
Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add salmon pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden on both sides. Remove from the pan and set aside.
3
In the same pan, add diced onion and butter. Cook until the onion is caramelized and golden.
4
Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
5
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, onion powder, and garlic powder.
6
Return the cooked salmon to the pan along with the cooked pasta. Add a splash of reserved pasta water and stir gently to coat everything in the sauce.
7
Serve hot, topped with Parmesan cheese and chopped chives or parsley.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Salmon Skin Crisping Secret 🐟Pat salmon dry with paper towels and score the skin in a crosshatch pattern, then cook skin-side down first over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes without moving to achieve golden, crispy skin that won't stick to the pan.
- Caramelize Onions Low and Slow 🧅Cook onions over medium-low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to develop deep sweetness and golden color that forms the flavor foundation of your cream sauce.
- Reserve Pasta Water Before Draining 💧Save at least one cup of starchy pasta water before draining—use it to adjust sauce consistency and help it cling to the pasta for a silkier, more cohesive final dish.
- Temper the Cream Properly 🍶Add cold heavy cream slowly to your hot pan off the heat, whisking constantly to prevent curdling, then return to low heat to warm through gently without boiling.
- Finish with Fresh Herbs Last 🌿Fold in fresh chives or parsley and grated Parmesan in the final 30 seconds off heat to preserve bright flavor and prevent the herbs from darkening or becoming bitter.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Sugar
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