Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe River Oyster BarKing Salmon Recipe

King Salmon Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make King Salmon Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Fish

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Salmon

    Start by patting the King Salmon fillets dry with paper towels. This helps to achieve a nice sear when cooking.

  2. 2

    Season the Salmon

    Drizzle the salmon fillets with olive oil, then sprinkle salt and black pepper evenly over both sides. Finish with lemon juice for added flavor.

Herb Butter

  1. 3

    Make the Herb Butter

    In a small bowl, soften the unsalted butter at room temperature. Mix in the chopped parsley, chopped dill, and minced garlic until well combined.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Cook the Salmon

    Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy. Flip the fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

  2. 5

    Add the Herb Butter

    In the last minute of cooking, add a dollop of the herb butter on top of each salmon fillet, allowing it to melt and baste the fish.

Serving

  1. 6

    Plate the Salmon

    Remove the salmon from the skillet and place it on a serving plate. Garnish with lemon slices and fresh dill sprigs for a beautiful presentation.

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