​Black Truffle Sauce with Fried Salmon

This recipe pairs the delicate, rich flavor of salmon with a luxurious black truffle sauce, creating a dish that’s both elegant and easy to prepare. The crispy skin of the salmon adds texture, while the velvety sauce brings a depth of flavor that’s perfect for a special dinner.

Ingredients:

For the Salmon:

• 2-3 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin-on
• Truffle salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
• 1 tablespoon truffle olive oil (for frying)
• 1 tablespoon truffle butter (for finishing)
• 1 table spoon black truffle sauce
• Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Salmon:

Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. This helps to get a crispy skin when frying.

Season both sides of the salmon fillets generously with truffle salt and pepper.

2. Cook the Salmon:

• Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of truffle olive oil.
• Once the oil is hot, add the salmon fillets skin-side down. Press gently on the fillets to ensure the skin gets crispy and makes good contact with the pan.
• Cook for 4-5 minutes on the skin side, depending on the thickness of the fillet. You should see the salmon cooking through from the bottom up.
• Flip the salmon carefully and add 1 tablespoon of black truffle sauce and 1 tablespoon of truffle butter to the pan. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the salmon reaches your desired doneness (medium-rare to medium is ideal).
• Remove the salmon from the pan and set aside to rest while you prepare the sauce.

3. Assemble the Dish:

• Place the fried salmon fillets on serving plates.
• Spoon the black truffle sauce generously over the top of the salmon. (Optional for personal taste)
• Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, for a pop of color and freshness.

4. Serve:

Serve the salmon immediately with your choice of sides, such as fried onions, roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a simple green salad.

Tips:

Salmon Doneness: For perfectly cooked salmon, aim for an internal temperature of 125°F (52°C) for medium-rare, or 145°F (63°C) for well-done.

This Black Truffle Sauce with Fried Salmon brings together the earthy richness of truffles and the delicate flavor of salmon, making for a stunning yet simple dish that’s sure to impress!