Salmon and Shrimp Medallions with Citrus Sauce

I can provide you with a recipe for delicious salmon and shrimp medallions with citrus sauce. Remember that, as an Italian chef, I will suggest an Italian touch to make the dish even more irresistible.

Ingredients

• 4 salmon medallions (about 150 g each)
• 200 g of peeled shrimp
• 2 oranges
• 1 lemon
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 bunch of fresh parsley
• 1 clove of garlic

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C.
2. Fillet the lemon and oranges into wedges without the pith, after having grated the zest and squeezed the juice.
3. In a non-stick pan, heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil with a clove of garlic. Add the shrimp and sauté quickly until they turn pink. Remove the garlic and set the shrimp aside.
4. Place the salmon medallions on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Season with salt, pepper, and drizzle with oil.
5. Bake the medallions for about 10-12 minutes, or until the meat easily flakes with a fork.
6. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the filtered citrus juice and grated zest, and reduce over medium heat until you have a slightly thick sauce. Discard the zest if you prefer a smoother sauce.
7. Plate the salmon medallions, arrange the shrimp on top or around the salmon, and drizzle everything with the citrus sauce.
8. Garnish with finely chopped parsley and, if you like, add some caramelized citrus wedges to embellish the dish.

To add an Italian touch, I recommend finishing the dish with a sprinkle of freshly chopped aromatic herbs, such as basil or thyme, which pair wonderfully with citrus flavors.

Curiosity

If you choose to add caramelized citrus wedges to your dish, you are following a culinary practice typical of Mediterranean cuisine that loves to combine sweet and sour for a contrast of flavors that enhances the taste of fish dishes.