Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Perfect Pan Seared Salmon, a dish that transforms any meal into a gourmet experience. With its crispy skin and tender, flaky flesh, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for date nights or family dinners. Fresh lemon juice and herbs elevate the dish further, making it a standout choice on any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 fresh salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (dill or parsley), chopped
Instructions
- Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels; season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add salmon fillets skin-side down to the pan; cook for 4-5 minutes without moving them until the skin is crispy.
- Carefully flip the fillets using a spatula and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until fully cooked yet moist in the center.
- Remove from heat, squeeze fresh lemon juice over each fillet, and garnish with chopped herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 80mg