Salmon in Tomato Sauce

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: crushed tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes enhance flavor, while crushed tomatoes are often less expensive.

white wine

🥗Healthier: chicken broth

💰Cheaper: water

Chicken broth adds depth without alcohol, and water is a budget-friendly option.

capers

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: pickles

Green olives offer a similar briny flavor, while pickles are often more affordable.

salmon fillets

🥗Healthier: trout

💰Cheaper: canned salmon

Trout is a healthier option, while canned salmon is budget-friendly.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add fresh tomatoes, tomato paste, smoked paprika, hot paprika, cumin powder, kosher salt, and black pepper; simmer for 10 minutes.

Add broth (or stock) and stir to combine.

Gently place salmon fillets into the sauce, skin-side down.

Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes, until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily.

Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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