Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsGoobers DinerPan-roasted Salmon Recipe

Pan-roasted Salmon Recipe

Inspired by Goobers Diner
Time40m
Serves4

Bourbon glazed, saffron jasmine rice, cocktail or tartar sauce

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Ingredients

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Pan-Roasted Salmon

Saffron Jasmine Rice

Method

Pan-Roasted Salmon

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glaze

    In a saucepan over medium heat, combine bourbon, brown sugar, soy sauce, and lemon juice. Stir and let simmer for about 5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.

  2. 2

    Season the Salmon

    Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Pan-Roast the Salmon

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy. Flip the salmon and pour the bourbon glaze over the fillets. Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through.

Saffron Jasmine Rice

  1. 4

    Prepare the Rice

    In a medium saucepan, combine jasmine rice, water, saffron threads, and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat.

  2. 5

    Cook the Rice

    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.

  3. 6

    Fluff the Rice

    Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Serving

  1. 7

    Plate the Dish

    Serve the pan-roasted salmon over a bed of saffron jasmine rice. Provide cocktail sauce or tartar sauce on the side for dipping.

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