Pan-seared Salmon Recipe

Time20m

Serves2

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Salmon
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
2
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
3
Sear the Salmon
Carefully place the salmon fillets in the skillet, skin-side down. Cook for about 4-5 minutes without moving them, until the skin is crispy.
4
Add Garlic and Lemon
Flip the salmon fillets and add minced garlic to the skillet. Squeeze lemon juice over the salmon. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.
5
Garnish and Serve
Remove the salmon from the skillet and let it rest for a minute. Garnish with fresh dill or parsley if desired, then serve.