Pan-Seared Salmon with Herb Butter and Charred Lemon
Ingredients
- 4 ouncessalmon fillet (skin-on)
- 2 tablespoonbutter
- 1 tablespoonfresh dill
- 1 tablespoonfresh parsley
- 1 clovegarlic
- ½lemon
- ¼ teaspoonsea salt
- ⅛ teaspoonblack pepper
- 1 teaspoonolive oil
Prep
- 01
Mince 1 garlic clove.
- 02
Chop about 1 tablespoon fresh dill.
- 03
Chop about 1 tablespoon fresh parsley.
Method
- 01
Pat the salmon fillet dry with a paper towel. Season the skin side lightly with salt and pepper.
- 02
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
- 03
Place salmon skin-side down in the pan. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes without moving, until the skin is crispy and golden.
- 04
Flip the salmon and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, until the flesh is just cooked through and opaque.
- 05
Transfer salmon to a plate. Reduce heat to low and add the butter to the pan, swirling to melt. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 06
Stir in the chopped dill and parsley. Pour the herb butter over the salmon.
- 07
Place the lemon half cut-side down in the same skillet and cook for 2 minutes until lightly charred. Serve alongside the salmon.
Spice Tips
For subtle heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the herb butter. A touch of Dijon mustard in the butter adds brightness. Fresh tarragon or chives work beautifully in place of dill or parsley.