Keto Pan-Seared Salmon with Caper-Lemon Butter
Elevate your keto dining experience with this irresistible Keto Pan-Seared Salmon with Caper-Lemon Butter. Perfectly seasoned salmon fillets are pan-seared to golden, crispy perfection, locking in their natural juiciness. The dish is taken to the next level with an indulgent caper-lemon butter sauce, bursting with tangy citrus, briny capers, and a hint of fresh parsley for a vibrant finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy, low-carb recipe combines restaurant-quality flavors with weeknight convenience. Serve it up for a satisfying dinner that captures the essence of gourmet simplicity while staying true to your keto lifestyle.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6-8 ounces each) salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons capers, drained
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 3
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes without moving them, until the skin is crispy and the fillets are mostly cooked through.
Step 4
Gently flip the fillets and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side until the salmon is fully cooked but still moist. Transfer the fillets to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm.
Step 5
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter. Allow it to melt and start to brown slightly.
Step 6
Stir in the capers, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Step 7
Remove the skillet from the heat and add the chopped fresh parsley, stirring to combine.
Step 8
Serve the salmon fillets on plates and spoon the caper-lemon butter sauce over each fillet. Enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (940.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2135.7 |
| Total Fat 165.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 45.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 440.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3428.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 4.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.0g | |
| Protein 166.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 48.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 141.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories