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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Lemon Butter Sauce
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Asparagus
Wash the asparagus under cold water. Trim the woody ends of the asparagus by snapping them off or cutting them with a knife.
- 2
Prepare the Salmon
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Cooking
- 3
Sear the Salmon
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy. Flip the fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until cooked through. Remove the salmon and set aside.
- 4
- 5
Make the Lemon Butter Sauce
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another minute, then remove from heat.
Serving
- 6
Plate the Dish
On each plate, place a portion of the sautéed asparagus and top it with a salmon fillet. Drizzle the lemon butter sauce over the salmon and asparagus. Serve immediately.
