4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 jar (12 oz) roasted red peppers, drained
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Fresh parsley for garnish
Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving it, until skin is crispy.
Flip and cook another 2-3 minutes until salmon is cooked through.
While salmon cooks, blend roasted red peppers, garlic, heavy cream, lemon juice, and smoked paprika until smooth.
Warm the sauce gently in a saucepan over low heat.
Serve salmon topped with roasted red pepper sauce and sprinkle with parsley.
Always start with a dry salmon fillet to get that perfect crispy skin.
A splash of extra lemon juice right before serving really brightens up the flavor!
Want extra crunch? Lightly dust the salmon skin with a bit of flour before searing.