Spicy Tomato Garlic Butter Salmon

Spicy Tomato Garlic Butter Salmon

🐟 Ingredients:

4 salmon fillets, skinless (about 6 oz each)

Salt & black pepper, to taste

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (adjust for heat)

1 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp butter

1 small onion, finely chopped

4 garlic cloves, minced

1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained

1 tbsp tomato paste (optional, for richness)

2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped

1 tsp Italian seasoning

1 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped (optional)

Juice of 1/2 lemon

🍳 Instructions:

1. Season the salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry. Season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes.

2. Sear the salmon:

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Sear the salmon for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

3. Make the sauce:

In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add chopped onion and cook until softened (about 3 minutes).

Add garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds.

Stir in the diced tomatoes and tomato paste. Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.

Add Italian seasoning and more red pepper flakes if you like it spicier.

4. Add spinach:

Stir in the spinach and let it wilt into the sauce (2 minutes).

Squeeze in lemon juice for brightness.

5. Finish the dish:

Return the salmon to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the fillets.

Simmer for another 2–3 minutes so flavors combine.

6. Serve hot:

Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, crusty bread, or pasta.