Chuckwagoncookie's Pan Seared Crispy Skin Salmon
Discover the ultimate guide to perfectly crispy-skinned seafood with Chuckwagoncookie's Pan Seared Crispy Skin Salmon—a quick and flavorful recipe that's ready in just 25 minutes. This elegant dish pairs rich, tender salmon with a crackling, golden skin seared to perfection in a hot skillet. Infused with the luxurious flavors of buttery garlic and brightened by a final touch of fresh parsley and zesty lemon, this recipe is a must-try for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With simple, high-quality ingredients like skin-on salmon fillets, olive oil, and fresh aromatics, you'll achieve restaurant-quality results right in your kitchen. Serve it hot and watch as each bite melts in your mouth, making this crispy skin salmon an unforgettable dining experience. Perfect for seafood lovers looking for an easy, flavorful option!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Salmon fillets (skin-on)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 whole Lemon (sliced into wedges)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
Directions
Step 1
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and sprinkle both sides with salt and black pepper.
Step 2
Heat a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and let it heat until shimmering.
Step 3
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the hot skillet. Press each fillet gently with a spatula to ensure consistent contact between the skin and the pan.
Step 4
Cook the salmon for 6-8 minutes without moving it, until the skin is golden and crispy.
Step 5
Carefully flip the salmon fillets and cook the flesh side for an additional 2-3 minutes until the salmon is just cooked through but still tender and juicy.
Step 6
Reduce the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter and minced garlic to the pan. Let the butter melt and become fragrant, spooning it over the salmon fillets to baste them.
Step 7
Remove the salmon from the skillet and transfer to serving plates.
Step 8
Garnish the salmon with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the fillets.
Step 9
Enjoy immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (506.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1303.6 |
| Total Fat 104.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 30.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 314mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2607.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 6.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.7g | |
| Protein 89.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 2104IU | 0% |
| Calcium 86.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1636.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories