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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LUTAYA SALIMU
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster. The salmon was overcooked and the lemon-butter sauce was bland. I would not recommend it.
Logain Ezzat
[email protected]I've tried many salmon recipes, but this one is by far the best. The fish is cooked to perfection and the lemon-butter sauce is amazing. I will definitely be making this again and again!
Odomba Yekini
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for pan-seared salmon. The fish is always cooked perfectly and the lemon-butter sauce is divine. I highly recommend it!
Amaka Agu
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of salmon, but this recipe changed my mind. The fish was cooked perfectly and the lemon-butter sauce was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again!
Chiedozie Dominion
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to cook salmon. The fish is cooked evenly and the lemon-butter sauce is delicious. I will definitely be making this again!
Umer
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it never disappoints. The salmon is always cooked perfectly and the lemon-butter sauce is amazing. I love serving it with roasted vegetables and a side of rice.
Ahmed Mohmed
[email protected]This salmon recipe is easy to follow and produces delicious results. The fish is cooked perfectly and the lemon-butter sauce is a great complement. I highly recommend it!
Amy Kopietz
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! The salmon was cooked to perfection and the lemon-butter sauce was divine. Everyone loved it!
Bashdar Sdiq
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The salmon was flavorful and moist, and the lemon-butter sauce was the perfect finishing touch. I served it with roasted vegetables and a side of rice, and it was a hit with my family.
Sameer Sameer bhatti
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of salmon, but I tried this recipe and it was surprisingly good. The fish was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.
Mahar Qaiser
[email protected]The salmon was cooked perfectly and the lemon-butter sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Ashton Starr
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and resulted in a delicious and impressive meal. I highly recommend it!
Mehdi Baltistani
[email protected]I've never been a huge fan of salmon, but this recipe changed my mind. The pan-searing method gave the fish a beautiful crust, and the lemon-butter sauce was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again!
Sabitra Khatri
[email protected]This salmon recipe is an absolute winner! The fish turned out flaky and juicy, with a crispy skin that was to die for. I served it with roasted vegetables and a lemon-herb sauce, and it was a hit with my family.