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Creamy Spinach Poblano Salmon

Creamy Spinach Poblano Salmon for a Flavorful Dinner Night

This Creamy Spinach Poblano Salmon recipe combines succulent salmon with a rich, vibrant sauce for a satisfying dinner experience.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fresh, skinless fillets
For the Sauce
  • 2 pieces Poblano Peppers Roasted for smokiness
  • 5 cups Fresh Spinach Well-drained frozen spinach is a good substitution
  • 1 cup Cream Or Half-and-Half; can use coconut milk as a lighter option
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For pan-searing; can use butter
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavor adjustment
  • to taste Pepper Essential for flavor adjustment
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon Jalapeños For extra kick
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes For extra heat

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Roast the poblano peppers over an open flame or in a broiler until the skin is charred and blistered, about 10-15 minutes. Place in a covered bowl to steam for 10 minutes, then peel and dice.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the salmon from the skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds. Add diced roasted poblano and fresh spinach, stirring until the spinach wilts.
  4. Pour in the cream or half-and-half and let it simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Gently add the seared salmon back into the skillet, spoon sauce over it, and simmer for another 1-2 minutes.
  6. Plate the salmon with the creamy sauce drizzled over it, and serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure salmon is patted dry before searing for a crispy crust. Add jalapeños or red pepper flakes for desired spiciness.

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