Paleo Pan Seared Salmon with Crispy Skin
Achieve restaurant-quality perfection at home with this Paleo Pan Seared Salmon with Crispy Skin recipe! Featuring tender, flaky salmon fillets with irresistibly golden, crackling skin, this dish is a healthy and flavorful weeknight dinner option. By following simple techniques like thoroughly drying the fillets and carefully searing them skin-side down, you'll master the art of crisping salmon to perfection. Seasoned simply with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, this recipe lets the natural flavors of the salmon shine, complemented by a bright squeeze of lemon and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Ready in just 25 minutes, this paleo-friendly recipe is ideal for busy evenings and gourmet, health-conscious dining. Perfectly seared salmon has never been so easy—or delicious!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets, skin-on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Properly drying the fillets will help the skin get extra crispy.
Step 2
Season the salmon fillets on both sides with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Step 3
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Ensure the oil is hot before adding the salmon to achieve maximum crispiness.
Step 4
Place the salmon fillets in the skillet skin-side down. Gently press down on each fillet with a spatula to ensure even contact with the skillet.
Step 5
Cook the salmon for 5 to 7 minutes, allowing the skin to crisp up. Avoid moving the fillets during this process to achieve the best texture.
Step 6
Once the skin is crispy and the salmon is cooked halfway through, carefully flip the fillets.
Step 7
Reduce the heat to medium and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked to your desired doneness.
Step 8
Remove the salmon from the skillet and let it rest for 1 to 2 minutes before serving.
Step 9
Garnish the salmon with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fillets just before eating for a bright, citrusy flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (747.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1501.9 |
| Total Fat 85.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 415.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2708.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 3.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.8g | |
| Protein 172.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 2516.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 110.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2254.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories