Crispy Pan Seared Salmon is a quick dinner that's drenched in a savory garlic butter sauce. Simple, healthy and so delicious.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time15 minutesmins
Total Time25 minutesmins
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Fried Salmon, Pan Seared Salmon
Servings: 4
Calories: 317kcal
Author: Kellie
Cost: $15
Equipment
1 skillet
Ingredients
1/2teaspoongarlic powder
1/2teaspoonkosher salt
1/2teaspoonblack pepper
4salmon filletspatted dry with a paper towel
2tablespoonsolive oil
4tablespoonsbutter
3garlic cloves minced
1lemonzested and juiced
2tablespoonsfresh chopped dill
1tablespoonfresh chopped parsley
Instructions
Preheat a large skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
While the skillet is preheating, whisk together the garlic powder, salt and pepper.
Season each salmon filet with the salt mixture on both sides.
Add the olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet.
Once the oil is shimmering, place the salmon filets in the skillet skin side down and increase the heat to high.
Cook the salmon for 3 minutes or until it easily releases from the pan when lifted with a spatula. Turn the salmon over and continue to cook until the salmon flakes easily with a fork, approximately 4-5 minuets longer.
Transfer the salmon to a platter and keep warm.
Add the remaining butter to the pan and turn the heat to medium high.
Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped dill and parsley.
Serve the salmon with the pan sauce spooned over top and garnish with lemons, if desired.
Notes
Pan Seared Salmon is best served soon after cooking.Serve alongside steamed veggies, on top of a salad or use for a simple salmon rice bowl!