Easy French Salmon Blanquette – A Comforting Winter Dish with a twist

Winter calls for dishes that warm both body and soul, and this creamy salmon blanquette does just that. This version of the classic French salmon dish brings a modern twist, making it quicker and more practical while retaining the comforting, creamy goodness you’d expect. With its velvety sauce and tender salmon, it’s the perfect recipe for those post-holiday days when you crave warmth and simplicity.

Whether you’re looking for an easy salmon recipe for a family dinner or something special to impress guests, this dish ticks all the boxes. Let the aroma of fresh herbs, cream, and lemon brighten your kitchen, and enjoy a moment of comfort this Winter.

Difficulty

Easy

Cooking time

25 mins

Ingredients

Desired Servings:

4 salmon filets
2 shallot
400 ml cream
1 tbs flour
2 tbs mustard
1 lemon
1 tbs parsley
1 cube vegetable stock
300 ml water
60 gr butter
240 gr rice
3 carrots
Salt and pepper, for seasoning

Preparation

Peel carrots and cut them in medium pieces. Start cooking the rice and add the carrots. Cook according to the instructions on the rice package.
Meanwhile, make the sauce. Start by cutting the salmon into cubes and the shallots in small slices.
In a frying pan melt a third of the butter and sauté the shallots and salmon until brown.
In a saucepan melt the remaining butter and mix the flour, then add the stock cube and the water and mix.
Add to the sauce pan the cream, mustard and add parsley.
Once well mixed, add this sauce to the salmon and adjust salt and pepper.
Serve the rice with carrots along with the salmon blanquette, squeeze lemon and enjoy.

If you want to enhance the flavor, you can add two handfuls of sliced mushrooms to the sauce

This quick dinner idea is more than just a recipe; it’s a cozy, comforting embrace on a cold winter evening. This simplified salmon blanquette is a dish that’s accessible to all, yet still indulgent and full of flavor. Whether it’s a quiet night at home or a special gathering with loved ones, this salmon blanquette brings a touch of French cuisine to your table. Enjoy, and let me know how it turns out in the comments!