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Salmon all’Arrabbiata

Savory Salmon all’Arrabbiata: Quick & Spicy Comfort Meal

This quick and delicious Salmon all’Arrabbiata recipe features flaky salmon in a spicy arrabbiata sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter Can substitute with more olive oil for dairy-free
  • 3 cloves Garlic Cloves Finely chopped
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Sage
  • 1 tablespoon Sweet Paprika Can use smoked paprika
  • 1 anchovy Anchovy Fillet Or miso for vegetarian option
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 0.5 cup Chicken Broth Can substitute with vegetable broth
  • 14 ounces Crushed Tomatoes Or fresh tomatoes prepared correctly
For the Salmon
  • 2 fillets Salmon Fillets Skinless preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground for optimal flavor
For the Finish
  • 2 cups Spinach Or kale for substitute
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Or nutritional yeast for vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped Parsley Or basil for fresh flavor

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Finely chop the yellow onion and garlic. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the salmon for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden-brown.
  3. In the same skillet, add onion and garlic, and sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add anchovy, red chili flakes, oregano, sage, and paprika. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, then deglaze with chicken broth and simmer.
  5. Add crushed tomatoes to the sauce and simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
  6. Fold in spinach and simmer until wilted, then stir in Parmesan until melted.
  7. Return salmon to the skillet and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
  8. Plate the salmon with sauce and garnish with extra red pepper flakes, black pepper, and chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 32gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 1000mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

To maintain spinach's bright color, add it at the end of cooking and let the dish sit for a few minutes before serving.

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