PAN-ROASTED SALMON WITH JALAPEñO
Here is a simple, easy preparation for salmon that allows wild-caught fish, especially, to shine. The foaming butter amplifies the richness of the flesh, while the jalapeños keep it in check, as soy sauce does to the fattiest sushi. Some prefer to reverse the order of the cooking, so that the fish is served skin-side up, but I find that cooking it this way allows the butter to do its job more effectively and delivers a more beautiful plate of food as well. (Most of it is left in the pan when you're done.) Top with chopped fresh herbs, and serve with roasted new potatoes.
Provided by Sam Sifton
Categories main course
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pat fillets dry with a paper towel. Season on both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large, heavy sauté pan or cast-iron skillet over high heat. When the pan is hot, add the oil, and swirl it around. When the oil begins to shimmer, place the fillets in the pan, flesh side down, and allow to sear for about a minute, until the salmon has just started to pick up some color and releases easily from the pan.
- Use a spatula to turn the fillets onto their skin side, lower heat to medium and let them sizzle until the fish is caramelized around its bottom edges, approximately 2 to 3 minutes. (You may wish to use your spatula to press down on the fillets for the first 10 or 15 seconds to keep the skin from curling in the heat.)
- Turn heat to low, and add butter and diced jalapeño to the far side of the pan, then use the handle to tilt the pan away from you. Use a spoon to baste the fish with the sizzling butter and jalapeño. Continue basting, quickly and repeatedly, until the fish is golden all over and cooked through, 45 to 90 seconds more, depending on the thickness of the salmon. Remove fillets from the pan, leaving the bulk of the butter and oil in it, and serve immediately, garnished with the chopped fresh herbs.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 554, UnsaturatedFat 28 grams, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 46 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 451 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 1 gram
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Asif Prem
[email protected]This dish was a disappointment. The salmon was overcooked and the jalapeño was too spicy.
Aamir Kahn
[email protected]I love this recipe! The salmon is always cooked perfectly and the jalapeño adds a nice spice. I've made this several times and it's always a hit.
Mkoko Shabani
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The salmon was cooked perfectly and the jalapeño added a nice kick. I will definitely be making this again.
Kansas City Raver
[email protected]I thought this dish was just okay. The salmon was a bit dry and the jalapeño was too spicy for my taste.
Khaiden Weaton
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The salmon was cooked to perfection and the jalapeño added a nice touch of heat. I will definitely be making this again soon.
Just No one
[email protected]Meh.
Mr. Porag
[email protected]I made this for dinner last night and it was delicious! The salmon was cooked perfectly and the jalapeño added a nice spice. I will definitely be making this again.
musuuza amerson
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the crispy skin and the flavorful salmon.
Sabina Khatri115
[email protected]Not a fan of jalapeños but the flavor wasn't overpowering. The salmon was cooked well.
Mansoor Ahmad
[email protected]The salmon was cooked perfectly and the jalapeño added a nice kick. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a delicious and healthy meal.
raja nomi
[email protected]Easy to follow recipe, turned out great! Will make again!
Roshani Rodericks
[email protected]This salmon dish was an absolute delight! The flavors of the jalapeño and the salmon complemented each other perfectly, and the crispy skin added a nice texture. I will definitely be making this again.