Indulge in a luxurious and flavorful dish with this pan-seared salmon served with a creamy mushroom risotto. The tender salmon is perfectly cooked and pairs beautifully with the rich and savory risotto. This dish is a perfect choice for a special occasion or a night in.
Recipe
Ingredients:
- For the salmon:
- 1 pound salmon fillet
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the risotto:
- 1 cup arborio rice
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped mushrooms
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Cook risotto: In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add rice and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add white wine and cook for 1 minute more. Gradually add chicken broth, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly until absorbed before adding the next ladle.
- Sauté mushrooms: In a separate skillet, sauté mushrooms and garlic in butter until softened. Add to the risotto.
- Finish risotto: Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes more, or until risotto is creamy.
- Cook salmon: Season salmon with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- Serve: Serve salmon over risotto.
Enjoy this luxurious and flavorful pan-seared salmon with mushroom risotto for a truly special meal.
