Irish Salmon with Sorrel

Delight your taste buds with the vibrant and elegant flavors of Irish Salmon with Sorrel, a dish that marries tender, pan-seared salmon fillets with a creamy sorrel-infused sauce. This recipe highlights the unique tang of fresh sorrel leaves, perfectly balanced with the richness of heavy cream and a hint of bright lemon juice. Sautéed shallots and a splash of dry white wine add depth to the sauce, while crispy salmon skin brings irresistible texture. Ready in just 35 minutes, this sophisticated yet simple dish is ideal for dinner parties or weekend indulgence. Serve with crusty bread, steamed potatoes, or a crisp green salad for a complete meal that captures the essence of refined Irish cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (each approx. 6 oz) salmon fillets
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 medium shallots, finely chopped
• 2 cups (loosely packed) fresh sorrel leaves, chopped
• 0.5 cup dry white wine
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and lightly season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the salmon fillets skin-side down and sear for 4-5 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and golden brown. Flip the fillets and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the fish is just cooked through. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped shallots and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until they are soft and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the chopped sorrel leaves and cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing them to wilt and turn a bright green color.

Step 5

Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for 2 minutes, reducing slightly.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 7

Return the salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning the sorrel cream sauce over the top. Allow the salmon to warm through for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Serve the Irish salmon with sorrel immediately, garnished with additional sorrel leaves if desired. Pair with crusty bread, steamed potatoes, or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1294.3 grams (1294.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2555

Total Fat 195.20g	250%
Saturated Fat 75.20g	376%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 574mg	191%
Sodium 1826mg	79%
Total Carbohydrate 19.40g	7%
Dietary Fiber 11.10g	40%
Total Sugars 7.10g
Protein 145.90g	292%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 93mg	7%
Iron 8mg	44%
Potassium 794mg	17%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.7%

Protein: 24.1%

Carbs: 3.2%