Crispy Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon-Dill Finish
This recipe guides you through creating perfectly crispy pan-seared salmon with a bright lemon-dill finish. It's a quick and delicious meal that highlights the natural flavors of salmon.
Equipment
- Paper towels
- Heavy-bottomed, oven-safe skillet (cast iron or stainless steel)
- Spatula
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 Salmon Fillets (4-6 ounces each), skin-on
- 1-2 tablespoons Olive Oil or Avocado Oil
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt (Kosher or sea salt)
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground
For Garnish
- Lemon Wedges For serving
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill or Parsley chopped
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels, especially the skin side, for crispy skin.
Cooking
- Season both sides of the salmon generously with salt and black pepper.
- Heat a heavy-bottomed, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat with 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Place salmon skin-side down, pressing gently for even contact, and cook undisturbed for 4-6 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crisp.
- Flip the salmon and cook for another 2-4 minutes on the flesh side until it flakes easily or reaches 145°F/63°C.
Serving
- Remove the salmon from the pan, let it rest for a minute or two, then garnish with lemon wedges and chopped dill or parsley.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add a clove of crushed garlic or a pat of butter to the pan during the last minute of cooking the flesh side.