Salmon Pasta Recipe
This easy and tasty salmon pasta recipe brings together the perfect combination of fresh ingredients and flavours.
Ingredients
- 300 g Fresh salmon fillets
- 250 g Pasta of your choice penne fettuccine, or linguine
- Fresh herbs like dill or parsley finely chopped
- Cream or white wine or a lighter sauce
- Lemon zest for a refreshing kick
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by boiling a large pot of salted water.
- Add the pasta and cook until al dente, following the package instructions.
- Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of the pasta water.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then cook skin-side down for 3-4 minutes until crispy.
- Flip the fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes or until cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add cream (or white wine) and bring to a simmer. Add lemon zest and fresh herbs, stirring well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Flake the cooked salmon into bite-sized pieces and add them to the pan with the sauce.
- Toss the pasta into the pan and mix well, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach your desired consistency.
- Divide the salmon pasta among plates, garnish with more fresh herbs or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, and enjoy!