Pan Fried Salmon with Garlic Butter Sauce
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Pan Fried Salmon with Garlic Butter Sauce, a dish that combines crispy skin and tender fish drizzled in a rich garlic-infused butter sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this effortless recipe promises to impress your loved ones with its delightful taste and elegant presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Pat dry the salmon fillets and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet; cook for 4-5 minutes until skin is crispy.
- Flip fillets gently and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, add butter and garlic to the pan, spooning melted butter over the salmon for flavor enhancement.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the cooked salmon and garnish with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 366
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 525mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg