Description
Salmon Linguine with Chilli Oil is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines flaky salmon with perfectly cooked linguine, all enveloped in a creamy chili oil sauce. Ideal for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, this recipe offers a delightful blend of textures and spicy warmth that will tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 2 skinless fresh salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp chili oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente.
- 2. While the pasta cooks, season salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- 3. Add salmon, cooking skin-side down for about 4 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until cooked through. Remove from pan and flake into pieces.
- 4. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and let simmer.
- 5. Stir in chili oil and lemon juice, adjusting seasoning if necessary.
- 6. Combine drained linguine with sauce and flaked salmon, tossing gently to coat.
- 7. Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider using homemade chili oil. - Substitute salmon with shrimp or chicken for different protein options. - Adjust chili oil quantity based on your desired spice level.