Salmon Gravy
Transform your mealtime into a rich and comforting experience with this creamy Salmon Gravy recipe. Featuring tender, flaked salmon simmered in a velvety roux-based sauce made with milk, broth, and aromatic spices, this dish is the epitome of comfort food with a gourmet twist. Freshly sautéed onions and garlic infuse depth, while lemon juice adds a bright, zesty finish. Perfectly balanced with paprika and garnished with vibrant parsley, this versatile gravy pairs wonderfully with fluffy rice, buttery biscuits, or creamy mashed potatoes. Ready in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is ideal for cozy family dinners or an impressive yet simple dish to elevate your next gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Salmon fillet (skinless, cooked and flaked)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Milk (whole or 2%)
- 1 cup Chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup Onion (finely diced)
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the finely diced onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute, being careful not to let it burn.
Whisk in the flour to create a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the flour becomes lightly golden and develops a nutty aroma.
Slowly pour in the milk and broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the mixture starts to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the flaked cooked salmon, salt, pepper, and paprika. Let the salmon heat through and the flavors meld for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the lemon juice and stir to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary.
Once the gravy reaches your desired consistency, remove it from the heat.
Serve the salmon gravy warm over rice, biscuits, or mashed potatoes, and garnish with chopped parsley for a final touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1314 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.7 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.8 g | 209% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 314 mg | 105% | |
| Sodium | 2392 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.2 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.3 g | ||
| Protein | 75.0 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 38.9 mcg | 195% | |
| Calcium | 671 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1887 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.
