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Creamed Spinach Stuffed Salmon

Emma Essence
Creamed spinach stuffed salmon that pan-seared and basted in lemon butter.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Course Dinner
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 4 6 ounce salmon filets
  • salt and pepper
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella
  • ½ cup frozen spinach defrosted
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • pinch of red pepper flakes
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Pat salmon dry with a paper towel, then season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, mix together cream cheese, spinach, mozzarella, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and smoked paprika, and onion powder.
  • Using a paring knife, carefully slice a slit across the center of the salmon horizontally. Fill the pocket with the creamed spinach.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the oil. Place the salmon skin-side down and cook for about 6 minutes. After 6 minutes, add the lemon juice and butter to the pan. Then flip and cook for another 6 minutes. Baste the salmon in lemon juice and butter.
  • Remove from heat and serve warm.
Keyword Creamed, Salmon, Spinach, Stuffed