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Two pan fried salmon fillets topped with garlic butter sauce and fresh parsley on a white plate.
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Pan Fried Salmon with Garlic Butter Sauce

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 (6 oz) salmon fillets, skin on
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

  • Pat the salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until the oil is shimmering.
  • Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the pan; press down lightly with a spatula to ensure even contact.
  • Cook undisturbed for 5 minutes or until the skin is golden and crispy.
  • Flip the fillets and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Transfer salmon to a plate and reduce skillet heat to medium.
  • Add butter to the skillet; once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Stir in the lemon juice and parsley, then remove from heat.
  • Spoon the garlic butter sauce over the salmon fillets and serve immediately.