Creamy Garlic Butter Salmon Recipe - Keto Recipes - How To Cook Salmon

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (cut into small pieces)
• 2 pieces Salmon Fillets (about 6 oz each, 1¼" thick, skin on)
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning (divided, season both sides)
• 1/2 cup Red Bell Pepper (diced)
• 1 small Jalapeño Pepper (diced; can use green jalapeño)
• 1/4 cup Yellow Onion (diced)
• 1/4 cup Sun‑Dried Tomatoes (chopped)
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Fresh Oregano (chopped)
• 1/4 cup Fresh Basil (chopped)
• 1/4 cup Chardonnay (Dry White Wine) (for deglazing)
• 1/2 cup Heavy Cream (full‑fat)
• 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)
• to taste Salt
• to taste Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Prep all ingredients

   Dice the red bell pepper, jalapeño, and onion. Chop the sun‑dried tomatoes, mince the garlic, slice the fresh oregano and basil. Measure butter, wine, cream, and Parmesan. Pat the salmon dry.

   Time: PT10M

2. Season the salmon

   Sprinkle Old Bay seasoning evenly over both sides of each salmon fillet.

   Time: PT2M

3. Sear salmon – first side

   Heat the skillet over medium‑high heat, add 1½ tbsp butter and let it melt. Place the salmon seasoned side down and cook for about 2 minutes without moving.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium‑high

4. Sear salmon – second side

   Flip the fillets, add the remaining Old Bay seasoning to the now‑exposed side, and cook another 2 minutes.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium‑high

5. Remove salmon temporarily

   Transfer the partially cooked salmon to a plate and set aside.

   Time: PT1M

6. Sauté vegetables

   In the same skillet, add the diced red pepper, jalapeño, onion, sun‑dried tomatoes, garlic, and oregano. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 3–4 minutes.

   Time: PT4M

   Temperature: Medium

7. Deglaze with wine

   Pour in the Chardonnay, stirring to loosen any stuck bits. Simmer for 4–5 minutes until the alcohol evaporates and the liquid reduces slightly.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium

8. Create the cream sauce

   Stir in the heavy cream, chopped basil, and grated Parmesan. Cook for about 1 minute until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: Medium

9. Season the sauce

   Taste the sauce and add salt and pepper as needed.

   Time: PT1M

10. Finish cooking salmon in sauce

    Return the salmon fillets to the skillet, spoon sauce over them, and let simmer for another 4–5 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and the sauce coats the fish.

    Time: PT5M

    Temperature: Medium

11. Serve

    Plate the salmon with plenty of sauce and vegetables. Garnish with extra fresh basil if desired.

    Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

520

Protein

35 g

Carbohydrates

5 g

Fat

35 g

Fiber

2 g