Seared Salmon Fillet
A beautifully golden, crispy-skinned salmon fillet with a tender, flaky interior. This simple yet elegant dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion, and it comes together in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 34g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat the 6 oz salmon fillet dry with paper towels. Season both sides with the 0.5 tsp salt and 0.25 tsp black pepper.
Step 2
Heat the 1 tbsp olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
Step 3
Place the salmon skin-side down in the skillet. Press gently with a spatula for 10 seconds to ensure even contact.
Step 4
Cook skin-side down without moving until the skin is golden and crispy, about 4-5 minutes. The edges should look opaque.
Step 5
Flip the salmon and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the flesh is just opaque in the center and flakes easily with a fork.
Step 6
Transfer the salmon to a plate and let it rest for 2 minutes before serving. The internal temperature should reach 125°F for medium.
Step 7
Serve hot, skin-side up, with lemon wedges or your favorite sides if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- nonstick skillet
- paper towels
- spatula
- plate
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