5Pan-Seared Creamy Garlic Parmesan Salmon
This delightful one-pan meal features tender salmon and crisp asparagus bathed in a rich, garlicky cream sauce.
How to make it
- 1
Pat your salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season them generously with salt and pepper. Trim the tough ends off your asparagus.
- 2
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a little oil, about one tablespoon, and once shimmering, place the salmon skin-side down. Sear for about 5-7 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden. Flip the salmon and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until cooked to your liking. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
- 3
Add the asparagus to the same skillet, adding a touch more oil if needed. Cook for 3-5 minutes, tossing occasionally, until bright green and tender-crisp. You want them to still have a nice bite.
- 4
While the asparagus cooks, finely mince your garlic cloves. Once the asparagus is done, push it to one side of the skillet. Add the minced garlic to the empty side and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Do not let it burn.
- 5
Pour in the heavy cream and stir it gently with the garlic. Bring the cream to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts and the sauce thickens slightly. Nestle the salmon fillets back into the skillet with the asparagus and spoon some of that lovely creamy sauce over everything. Serve immediately and enjoy!
