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Crispy Pan Seared Salmon Recipe (Easy & Fast)

Crispy Pan Seared Salmon with Lemon Garlic Sauce

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 2 fillets Salmon fillets skin-on, 6 oz each
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 Lemon juiced
  • 1 tbsp Fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tsp Kosher salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Remove the salmon from the refrigerator 15 to 20 minutes before cooking to bring it closer to room temperature.
  • Pat the salmon fillets completely dry on all sides using paper towels. Generously season the flesh and skin with kosher salt and black pepper.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and hot.
  • Carefully place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the pan. Gently press down on each fillet with a spatula for 10 seconds to ensure the skin makes full contact with the pan.
  • Cook undisturbed for 4 to 5 minutes, allowing the skin to become crispy. Watch the side of the fillet; the flesh will lighten from the bottom up. Once it is opaque about 3/4 of the way up, flip the salmon.
  • Cook on the flesh side for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until cooked to your desired doneness, then transfer the salmon to a plate.
  • Reduce the skillet heat to low. Add the butter and minced garlic, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Stir in the lemon juice and fresh dill. Spoon the pan sauce over the resting salmon fillets and serve immediately.