Elegant Roasted Salmon With Caramelized Onions and Figs
Delight your senses with this elegant dish showcasing succulent roasted salmon served over a bed of luscious caramelized onions and sweet figs. The perfect harmony of flavors and textures, this dish is sure to elevate any dining experience.
Ingredients
Ingredients | |
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| 2 | tablespoons olive oil |
| 1 | lb yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced to measure 4 cups |
| salt to taste | |
| 6 | figs, stemmed and halved |
| 1⁄2 | cup red wine |
| 1⁄2 | cup chicken broth |
| 1 | tablespoon balsamic vinegar |
| 1 | tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary |
| fresh ground black pepper to taste | |
| 1 - 1 1/3 | lb salmon fillet, skinned and cut into 4 portions |
| chopped parsley for garnish | |
Instructions
Preparation and Cooking Instructions | |
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| 1. | Heat olive oil in the bottom of a medium nonstick skillet. |
| 2. | Add thinly sliced yellow onions and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt. |
| 3. | Cover and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft, approximately 10 minutes. |
| 4. | Remove the cover and continue cooking, stirring often, until onions are golden brown, for about 15 to 20 minutes. |
| 5. | Stir in halved figs, wine, broth, balsamic vinegar, and fresh rosemary. |
| 6. | Increase the heat to high and simmer until the sauce thickens, approximately 5 minutes. |
| 7. | Season with salt and pepper to taste and keep warm. |
| 8. | Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit (230 degrees Celsius). |
| 9. | Sprinkle the salmon fillets with salt and pepper to taste. |
| 10. | Place the seasoned salmon on a lightly oiled heavy baking sheet. |
| 11. | Roast in the oven for 7 to 10 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. |
| 12. | Sprinkle the roasted salmon with chopped parsley before serving over the rich fig sauce. |
| 13. | Note: This versatile recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger gathering. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 314.9 kcal |
| Protein | 25.5 g |
| Fat | 12.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 20.4 g |
| Fiber | 3.2 g |
| Sugar | 12.6 g |
Published on Aug 07, 2024 by Luminița