Pan Seared Salmon Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables and Citrus Beurre Blanc

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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 Oil
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
3
Sear the Salmon
Add the salmon fillets to the skillet, skin-side down (if applicable). Cook for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy.
4
Flip the Salmon
Carefully flip the fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
5
Add Garlic
In the last minute of cooking, add minced garlic to the skillet and let it cook until fragrant.
6
Finish with Lemon Juice
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the salmon with lemon juice before serving.