Pasta with Salmon Sauce Denmark
Indulge in the creamy elegance of Danish-inspired Pasta with Salmon Sauce, a recipe that blends rich textures and fresh flavors for a truly memorable meal. Perfectly al dente pasta, such as fettuccine or linguine, is coated in a velvety sauce made with heavy cream, white wine, and a hint of garlic. Tender bites of fresh salmon are seared to perfection, then gently simmered with fragrant dill and zesty lemon for a bright, refreshing twist. This dish is simple enough for a weeknight dinner yet sophisticated enough to impress guests at your next gathering. Garnish with Parmesan cheese and extra dill for added flair, and enjoy this luxurious seafood pasta that's sure to transport your taste buds straight to Scandinavia.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g Pasta (e.g., fettuccine or linguine)
- 300 g Fresh salmon fillet
- 200 ml Heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 2 pcs Garlic cloves
- 100 ml White wine (optional)
- 3 tbsp Fresh dill
- 1 tsp Lemon zest
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
- 50 g Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Cut the fresh salmon fillet into bite-sized pieces, ensuring any bones are removed. Pat them dry with a paper towel and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Heat the olive oil and one tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the salmon pieces and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until just cooked through. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
Melt the remaining tablespoon of butter in the same skillet. Finely mince the garlic cloves and sauté them in the butter until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Deglaze the skillet with the white wine (if using) and let it simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
Stir in the heavy cream and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Add lemon zest, chopped fresh dill, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Return the cooked salmon to the skillet, gently stirring it into the sauce. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat it well in the salmon sauce. Use the reserved pasta cooking water to thin the sauce if needed.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional dill and Parmesan cheese, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2478 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 146.8 g | 188% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.6 g | 353% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 485 mg | 162% | |
| Sodium | 3370 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 131.2 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| Protein | 119.2 g | 238% | |
| Vitamin D | 27.8 mcg | 139% | |
| Calcium | 661 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1901 mg | 40% | |
*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.
