Best SautÉed Salmon With Morels Peas Recipes

CRISPY PAN SEARED SALMON

Steps:

• Pat salmon dry on both sides and sprinkle with kosher salt and black pepper.
• Make seasoning mix & season salmon. In small bowl, mix together the dry oregano, garlic powder and paprika. Season the flesh side of the fish with this spice mixture.
• Sear the Salmon. In a large cast iron skillet, heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add one salmon fillet, skin-side down, and press the top with the back of a fish spatula for about 10 seconds (this prevents the skin from curling up.) Add the remaining salmon fillets, one at a time, pressing each with the spatula for 10 seconds. Cook for about 4 minutes. If skin resists lifting (or if it's sticking to the pan), allow the fish to cook for a little bit longer until you are able to lift up easily (no more than 6 minutes in total). Using the spatula and a fork to assist in flipping, flip the fish to the flesh side to cook for about 15 seconds or so. ( Salmon is ready when it registers 110°F (43°C) in the very center for rare, 120°F (49°C) for medium-rare, or 130°F (54°C) for medium, 5 to 7 minutes total.)
• Remove salmon from heat and immediately add lemon juice and lemon zest.
• Make arugula salad. In a bowl, add the baby arugula. Season with salt and add juice of ½ lemon and extra virgin olive oil. Toss to combine.
• Serve salmon with arugula salad (or any of the sides or salads suggested in the post). Enjoy!

POACHED SALMON WITH ENGLISH PEAS

Steps:

• In a wide, deep pot or Dutch oven, add water to the depth of a couple of inches and bring to a gentle simmer.If you are cutting portions from a whole salmon fillet, cut two large pieces from the center of the fillet. To the poaching water, add the wine and a generous pinch of salt. Gently lower the fish, skin side down, into the poaching liquid, and reduce the heat to medium-low. Gently poach the fish until it is just cooked through or barely opaque in the center, 8 to 12 minutes.
• While the salmon is poaching, prepare the rest of the ingredients for the sauce. Cut the morels in half or quarters, depending on the size of the mushrooms. Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the morels. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper and reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the peas and toss to coat in the butter mixture. Add 1/2 cup of the salmon poaching liquid, and simmer until the peas begin to soften and the liquid evaporates, about 3 to 4 minutes.
• While the sauce is cooking, finely chop the chives and pick the chive blossoms for the garnishing of the dish.Add the cream and gently simmer the sauce until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
• Check the doneness of the salmon by gently inserting a paring knife into the thickest part of the fillet. If the knife blade is slightly warm to the touch, remove the fillets from the poaching liquid with a fish spatula.Carefully peel off and discard the skin.
• Serve the salmon with the peas and cream spooned on top. Garnish with sea salt, chives, and chive blossoms, if you like.

PAN SEARED SALMON WITH CREAMY PEAS

Steps:

• Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. If you're using frozen salmon, allow to thaw in the fridge overnight.
• Drizzle with a few teaspoons of olive oil and season with salt.
• Place a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat and allow to preheat for a minute or two.
• Place the salmon into the pan, skin-side down, and allow to sear for 2-3 minutes until the skin is crisp and golden.
• Carefully flip over and allow to sear for another 2-3 minutes or until cooked to your preference.
• The salmon is cooked when the flesh easily flakes apart. Remove the salmon from the pan and set aside.
• In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil then add the finely chopped shallot and garlic.
• Sauté for a minute or two then add the peas and dill. Pour in the cream and add the sour cream.
• Season with salt and pepper then bring to a simmer.
• Cook for 5 minutes or until the peas are cooked. Add a squeeze of lemon juice and stir into the sauce.
• Place the salmon back into the pan and allow to reheat.
• Serve the salmon and peas with lemon wedges.

POACHED WILD SALMON WITH PEAS AND MORELS

Steps:

• Place salmon, skin side down, in a large high-sided skillet. Add wine, 2 tablespoons salt, and cold water to cover salmon by 1/2". Cover pan; bring liquid to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, uncover, and gently poach salmon until just cooked through and barely opaque in the center, about 6 minutes, depending on thickness. Transfer salmon and 2 tablespoons poaching liquid to a plate; tent loosely with foil.
• Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften, about 3 minutes. Add 1/2 cup salmon poaching liquid and peas and simmer until peas begin to soften, 2-3 minutes. Add cream and bring sauce to a simmer. Cook until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
• Using a spatula, transfer salmon, skin side up, to paper towels. Gently peel off and discard skin. Invert onto serving plates and spoon sauce over. Garnish with chives.

POACHED SALMON WITH SNOW PEAS

Steps:

• Bring water and lemon zest to a simmer in a large skillet. Season salmon fillets and add to pan with snap peas. Cover and cook 5 minutes, until salmon is opaque throughout; transfer to a platter. Drain and toss peas with butter, mint, and watercress. Drizzle with olive oil and season.

SAUTÉED SALMON WITH MORELS & PEAS

Steps:

• Slice the morels in half lengthwise and brush off any debris, wash only if absolutely necessary and drain thoroughly. If using brown mushrooms, slice 1/4-inch thick. Blanch the peas in lightly salted water until crisp-tender and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking. Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium-high heat and add the mushrooms. Sauté until the mushrooms begin to color, then add green onion, thyme, and a pinch of salt and pepper. When the mushrooms begin to release their liquid, add the wine and soy sauce and cook until nearly dry. Add the cream and peas, bring to boil, then reduce to simmer. Meanwhile, season the salmon lightly and salt and pepper and heat the oil in another skillet. Sauté the salmon over high heat until nicely browned, about 3-4 minutes per side, depending on the thickness. Transfer the salmon to a serving dish or individual plates. Taste the mushroom-pea mixture, adjust the seasoning if necessary, and spoon it around the salmon. Garnish with more fresh thyme if desired.

SAUTEED MORELS

Steps:

• Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until soft and golden.
• Add the morels and cook, stirring, until they begin to exude their juices, about 2 to 3 minutes.
• Add the stock and wine and cook 2 minutes more until heated through. Season with salt and pepper and serve.