Seared Salmon Recipe
Perfectly seared salmon fillet, infused with herbs and served with a zesty lemon butter sauce.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Preparation
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- 2
Seasoning
Rub the fillets with olive oil, then season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- 3
Heating the Pan
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a tablespoon of olive oil and allow it to heat until shimmering.
- 4
Searing the Salmon
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Sear for about 4-5 minutes without moving them, until the skin is crispy.
- 5
Flipping
Carefully flip the salmon fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- 6
