Atlantic Salmon Recipe
Served with a homemade creamy tomato basil and capers Tchoupitoulas sauce.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Salmon
Season the Atlantic salmon fillets with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 2
Sear the Salmon
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the salmon fillets and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through and golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- 3
Make the Tchoupitoulas Sauce
In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent. Add the diced tomatoes and cook for about 5 minutes until they soften.
- 4
Finish the Sauce
Stir in the heavy cream, chopped basil, capers, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Allow the sauce to simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened slightly.
- 5
Serve
Place the salmon fillets on plates and generously spoon the Tchoupitoulas sauce over the top. Serve immediately.
