Pan-seared Salmon Recipe

Time25m

Serves2

Fresh salmon fillet seared and served with lemon butter sauce.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Salmon
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
2
Heat the Pan
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
3
Sear the Salmon
Carefully place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the hot skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes without moving them until the skin is crispy.
4
Flip the Salmon
Gently flip the fillets using a spatula and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily.
5
Remove from Heat
Once cooked, remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

6
Melt the Butter
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Allow it to melt.
7
Add Garlic
Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
8
Add Lemon Juice
Stir in the lemon juice and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
9
Finish the Sauce
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.

10
Serve the Dish
Drizzle the lemon butter sauce over the seared salmon and serve immediately. Enjoy your meal!