Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of pan-seared salmon, a dish that combines a crispy golden-brown skin with tender, flaky flesh. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy weeknight dinner. Elevate your culinary experience with rich buttery notes and the freshness of lemon and herbs, making it a versatile option for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 lemon (juiced)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley (chopped)
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1. Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil until shimmering.
- 2. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- 3. Place fillets skin-side down in the hot pan, cooking for 4-5 minutes without moving them.
- 4. Flip the fillets carefully and cook for another 3-4 minutes until opaque in the center.
- 5. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fillets and sprinkle with chopped herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg