Pan Seared Salmon: A Culinary Delight
Experience the magic of perfectly pan-seared salmon that boasts a crispy golden crust and tender, flaky flesh. This simple yet elegant dish is bursting with flavor, enhanced by zesty lemon and fresh herbs. Ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, it promises to impress your guests or elevate your solo dining experience. Let’s embark on this delicious journey together!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (6 oz) fresh salmon fillets, skin-on
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- Fresh herbs (like dill or parsley) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat a heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season both sides of the salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
- Add olive oil to the hot skillet until it shimmers.
- Place fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving them.
- Flip the fillets gently using a spatula and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until fully cooked but tender.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 98mg