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Lemon-Brown Butter Salmon

Lemon-Brown Butter Salmon for a Quick Gourmet Dinner

This Lemon-Brown Butter Salmon is a quick, healthy dish with nutty browned butter and lemon for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 2 tablespoons Neutral Oil Can substitute with olive oil or avocado oil.
  • 2 fillets Salmon Fillets (skin-on) Skinless can also work, reduce cooking time by 1 minute.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste.
For the Flavor
  • 1 whole Lemon Use fresh lemon for best results.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Salted butter can be used with caution.
  • 1 clove Garlic Finely chopped; ensure subtle flavor.
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley or Dill Chopped, use any fresh herbs you like.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, add a couple of tablespoons of neutral oil and heat it over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season generously with kosher salt on both sides.
  3. Carefully place the salmon fillets in the hot skillet, skin-side down, and cook for 3-4 minutes without moving them.
  4. Using a fish spatula, gently flip the salmon fillets over and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Add cubed unsalted butter, minced garlic, and juice from half a lemon.
  5. Continue cooking until the salmon is opaque throughout and flakes easily with a fork, about 3-4 more minutes after adding the butter.
  6. Once done, remove from heat and transfer to a serving plate. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or dill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 34gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your pan is hot enough for achieving crispy skin. Fresh lemon juice is recommended over bottled for best flavor.

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