Perfect Pan-Seared Salmon with Garlic Herb Butter Sauce

Ingredients

• 4 6 ounceSalmon fillets, skin on or off
• 0.8 teaspoonKosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoonBlack pepper, freshly ground
• 1 tablespoonOlive oil
• 4 tablespoonsUnsalted butter
• 3 clovesGarlic, minced
• 2 tablespoonsFresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoonFresh dill, chopped
• 1 wholeLemon, cut into wedges

Instructions

1. 1

   Pat salmon fillets dry thoroughly with paper towels. Season generously on all sides with kosher salt and black pepper.

   ⏱ 3 min
2. 2

   Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Carefully place salmon fillets, skin-side down (if applicable), into the hot pan. Sear for 4-6 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and the flesh turns opaque about halfway up.

   ⏱ 6 min
3. 3

   Flip the salmon fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until cooked through to your desired doneness. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C). Transfer the cooked salmon to a plate and loosely tent with foil to keep warm.

   ⏱ 4 min
4. 4

   Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn. Stir in chopped fresh parsley and dill, cooking for another 15 seconds.

   ⏱ 2 min
5. 5

   Spoon the warm garlic herb butter sauce generously over each salmon fillet. Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges on the side for squeezing.

   ⏱ 1 min