PERFECT PAN-SEARED SALMON
An easy way to cook fillets of salmon in just 10 minutes
Provided by Marilena Leavitt
Categories Main Course
Time 12m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place the salmon fillets between paper towels and press gently to dry surfaces thoroughly. Place the fillets on a dish and season generously on all sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high then add the olive oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add a salmon fillet, skin side down. To the side of the skillet, add the two lemon halves (cut side down) and reduce the heat to medium. Using a flexible fish spatula, gently press the salmon firmly in place for 10 seconds or so, to prevent the skin from buckling. Repeat this process with the second fillet of salmon. This ensures that the skin makes good contact with the pan and starts to crisp.
- Continue to cook, pressing gently on the back of the salmon fillets occasionally. Once the skin becomes crispy and the fish is mostly opaque, the fillets should easily release from the pan (this should be about 4 more minutes, depending on the thickness.) Turn the fillets over and cook for another minute or so, until the fish is completely opaque. The internal temperature should register 130°F for medium, (about 7 minutes total) or 140°F for a well-done fillet of fish (a minute longer).
- Transfer the fish to a platter and sprinkle some parsley over the fillets. Serve with a simple salad and the caramelized lemon halves. Squeeze some lemon juice over the salmon and enjoy!
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Ahmed shah King
[email protected]This was my first time cooking salmon and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the salmon was cooked perfectly. I loved the crispy skin and the flaky interior. I will definitely be making this again.
Md Ranna
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! The salmon was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I especially loved the lemon-herb butter sauce. I will definitely be making this again.
Michelle Onley
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the salmon turned out great. I loved the crispy skin and the flaky interior. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a delicious meal.
Enwerem Emeka
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. My guests loved it and I will definitely be making it again.
Lai Ford
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The salmon was cooked perfectly and the flavors were incredible. I especially loved the lemon-herb butter sauce. I will definitely be making this again.
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[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The salmon is always cooked perfectly and the flavors are amazing. I love the crispy skin and the flaky interior. This is my go-to recipe for salmon.
Emmanuel omofoye
[email protected]This was my first time cooking salmon and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the salmon was cooked perfectly. I loved the crispy skin and the flaky interior. I will definitely be making this again.
Md Arman2
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! The salmon was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I especially loved the lemon-herb butter sauce. I will definitely be making this again.
Monya hanot
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the salmon turned out great. I loved the crispy skin and the flaky interior. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a delicious meal.
Muhammad Suhail
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. My guests loved it and I will definitely be making it again.
Emma Veach
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The salmon was cooked perfectly and the flavors were incredible. I especially loved the lemon-herb butter sauce. I will definitely be making this again.
Mukisa David
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The salmon is always cooked perfectly and the flavors are amazing. I love the crispy skin and the flaky interior. This is my go-to recipe for salmon.
Arshad Jani
[email protected]This was my first time cooking salmon and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the salmon was cooked perfectly. I loved the crispy skin and the flaky interior. I will definitely be making this again.
Indrajit Yadav
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! The salmon was cooked perfectly and the lemon-herb butter sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Omar Halabi
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the salmon turned out great. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a hit with my family. Thanks for sharing!
Ibrahim Tahir
[email protected]I'm not usually a big fan of salmon, but this recipe changed my mind. The salmon was cooked to perfection and the flavors were amazing. I especially loved the crispy skin. I'll definitely be making this again.
itx___ Arbii
[email protected]This pan-seared salmon recipe is an absolute winner! The salmon came out perfectly cooked, with a crispy skin and a tender, flaky interior. The flavors were incredible, with the lemon, herbs, and butter complementing the salmon beautifully. I'll defi