Creamed Spinach Stuffed Salmon
Emma Essence
Creamed spinach stuffed salmon that pan-seared and basted in lemon butter.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 12 minutes mins
- 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
- ⅛ teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
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