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Salmon Sauce That Sizzles Your Weeknight Dinner

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets, skin on or off—your call
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream or coconut cream for dairy-free folks
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (about half a lemon)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for a hint of sweetness)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh dill or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Season the salmon with salt and pepper. Heat oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon until it’s just opaque in the center and the skin is crisp, about 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same pan, add a splash more oil if needed. Pour in broth and simmer for 2–3 minutes, scraping up the tasty browned bits from the bottom.
  • Stir in lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and honey. Let it bubble for a minute to meld the flavors.
  • Lower the heat, whisk in the cream. Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, 2–4 minutes. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  • Return the salmon to the pan for a quick glaze, 1 minute per side. Spoon extra sauce over the fillets and scatter with dill or parsley.