Description
Experience the delightful flavors of perfectly pan-seared salmon that’s crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. This dish is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make, making it perfect for any occasion. Serve it with your favorite sides for a wholesome, satisfying meal that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 fresh salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (dill or parsley), chopped
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil to coat the bottom.
- Season both sides of the salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
- Place the salmon skin-side down in the hot skillet. Cook for 6-7 minutes without moving to achieve a crispy skin.
- Flip the salmon and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon and sprinkle with chopped herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 90mg