Salmon all’Arrabbiata
Salmon all’Arrabbiata is a vibrant Italian dish that marries the rich, buttery flavor of salmon with the bold heat of arrabbiata sauce. This dish features tender salmon fillets simmered in a spicy, garlicky tomato sauce, served alongside al dente pasta or crisp vegetables. Perfect for family gatherings or intimate dinners, it’s an experience that delights with every bite. Get ready to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings with this flavorful culinary adventure!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Gather and prep ingredients: mince garlic, chop basil, and measure red pepper flakes and sugar.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add crushed tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in red pepper flakes and sugar; simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the pan; spoon sauce over them. Cover and cook for 6-8 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve salmon on plates, topped with additional sauce and garnished with fresh basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg