Pan-Seared Salmon with Asparagus and Hollandaise

Name: Pan-Seared Salmon with Asparagus and Hollandaise
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 Portions
Ingredients: 2 Salmon (about 170 g each); 1 bunch Asparagus, trimmed; 2 tbsp. Olive oil; 3 Egg yolks; 1 tsp. Dijon mustard; 1 tbsp. Fresh lemon juice; 100g Unsalted butter, melted and hot; 1 Cayenne pepper

15 min
- Preparation 10 min
- Resting 5 min

Recipe for Pots like WMF Cast iron

Ingredients

2 People

For the salmon and asparagus:
2 Salmon (about 170 g each)
1 bunch Asparagus, trimmed
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp. Olive oil
For the hollandaise sauce:
3 Egg yolks
1 tsp. Dijon mustard
1 tbsp. Fresh lemon juice
100 g Unsalted butter, melted and hot
Salt and white pepper, to taste
1 Cayenne pepper
For garnish:
Microgreens or fresh herbs

Preparation

Step 1

Prepare the salmon and asparagus by patting the salmon fillets dry and seasoning with salt and black pepper. Trim the asparagus and set aside.

For the salmon and asparagus:

Salmon (about 170 g each)

bunch Asparagus, trimmed

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Step 2

For the hollandaise, in a heatproof bowl, whisk together egg yolks, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Place over a pan of gently simmering water (double boiler), making sure the bowl doesn’t touch the water. Whisk constantly until the mixture thickens slightly. Slowly drizzle in the hot melted butter while whisking continuously until smooth and creamy. Season with salt, white pepper, and a pinch of cayenne if desired. Keep warm until serving.

For the hollandaise sauce:

Egg yolks

tsp. Dijon mustard

tbsp. Fresh lemon juice

g Unsalted butter, melted and hot

Salt and white pepper, to taste

Cayenne pepper

Step 3

Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the asparagus, season lightly, and sauté until tender-crisp, about 4–5 minutes. Remove from the skillet and keep warm. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in the same skillet. Place salmon fillets skin-side down (if skin-on) and sear for 4–5 minutes until crispy. Flip and cook for another 2–3 minutes until cooked to your preferred doneness. Remove from heat and let rest briefly.

tbsp. Olive oil

Step 4

Top with microgreens or fresh herbs and a sprinkle of cracked black pepper for a fresh finish.

For garnish:

Microgreens or fresh herbs

Step 5

WMF TIP: Use a WMF Cast iron or heavy skillet for searing salmon. These pans hold heat evenly, ensuring a perfectly crispy exterior without overcooking the interior.