Salmon Fillet with Dill Sauce
Pan-fried salmon fillets served with a cool sauce of soured cream, dill, lemon and a little mustard.
Photograph credit: Fish in Sauce for Dinner by Valeria Boltneva · Pexels License · Pexels
How to Make Salmon Fillet with Dill Sauce
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Stir the soured cream, dill, lemon juice, mustard and a pinch of the salt together and chill.
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Pat the salmon dry and season with the remaining salt and the pepper.
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Fry skin-side down in the oil over a medium-high heat for 5 minutes without moving.
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Turn and cook for 2 minutes more, then serve with the dill sauce.
Tips for Making Salmon Fillet with Dill Sauce
- Pat the fish dry.
- Do not move the fillets while the skin crisps.
- Take it off the heat while the middle is just translucent.
- Chill the sauce.
Serving Suggestions
- Boiled new potatoes
- Green beans
- Cucumber salad
- Steamed asparagus
Leftovers and Storage
Keeps in the fridge for 2 days. Flake cold into a salad, with the sauce on the side.
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