Jul 14 2026
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Pan-seared Salmon Recipe

Inspired by Noja
Time30m
Serves4

Cooked to perfection and accompanied by a lemon-caper sauce, this dish offers a delightful combination of richness and acidity, with capers adding a briny tang.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Salmon

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

  2. 2

    Heat the Pan

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  3. 3

    Sear the Salmon

    Add the salmon fillets to the pan, skin side down. Cook for about 4-5 minutes without moving them, until the skin is crispy. Flip the fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.

  4. 4

    Make the Lemon-Caper Sauce

    In the same pan, reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add the capers and juice from the lemon, stirring to combine. Cook for another minute to heat through.

  5. 5

    Serve the Dish

    Plate the salmon and drizzle with the lemon-caper sauce. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

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