Cracked Black Pepper Salmon
Transform your dinner routine with this simple yet flavorful Cracked Black Pepper Salmon recipe, a showstopper that's ready in just 20 minutes! Featuring tender, flaky salmon fillets coated in a bold blend of cracked black pepper, garlic powder, and coarse sea salt, this dish is perfectly seared to create a golden crust that’s bursting with savory flavor. Drizzled with fresh lemon juice and garnished with vibrant parsley, this skillet-cooked masterpiece delivers a zesty, aromatic finish that feels restaurant-worthy. Ideal for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining, serve with lemon wedges for a hint of brightness and pair with your favorite sides for a wholesome, gourmet meal. Perfectly easy to prepare, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite among seafood lovers.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 ounces each) salmon fillets (skin-on, if preferred)
- 2 tablespoons cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 4 pieces lemon wedges (for serving)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and set them on a plate or cutting board, skin-side down.
Step 2
In a small bowl, mix the cracked black pepper, coarse sea salt, and garlic powder until evenly combined.
Step 3
Sprinkle the spice mixture generously over the flesh side of the salmon fillets, pressing it gently to adhere.
Step 4
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 5
Place the salmon fillets in the skillet, skin-side up, and sear for 3-4 minutes without moving them to create a golden-brown crust.
Step 6
Flip the fillets carefully using a spatula and sear the skin-side (or bottom side if skinless) for another 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon is slightly firm to the touch and opaque in the center.
Step 7
Remove the salmon from the skillet and drizzle with fresh lemon juice for a bright, zesty flavor.
Step 8
Serve immediately with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for garnish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (808.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1727.7 |
| Total Fat 117.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 25.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 428.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2350.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 18.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 3.6g | |
| Protein 152.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 3578.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 170.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2861.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories