Crispy Pan-Fried Salmon
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible recipe for Crispy Pan-Fried Salmon! Perfectly seasoned with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoky paprika, these salmon fillets develop a beautifully golden crust in a sizzling combination of olive oil and butter. A splash of fresh lemon juice enhances the salmon's natural flavors, while lemon zest and freshly chopped parsley add a vibrant, aromatic finish. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this dish balances simplicity with sophistication, making it ideal for an elegant dinner or a casual meal. Serve with lemon wedges on the side for a citrusy twist, and enjoy restaurant-quality salmon from the comfort of home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Salmon fillets
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 whole Lemon
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Start by patting the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
Season both sides of the salmon fillets with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Zest the lemon and set aside the zest, then cut the lemon in half.
Heat olive oil and butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until the butter is melted and begins to foam.
Place the salmon fillets skin-side up in the skillet. Cook without moving them for 4-5 minutes or until a golden crust forms.
Carefully flip the salmon fillets using a spatula. Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the fillets and continue to cook for another 4-5 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the salmon from the skillet and let it rest for a minute. Sprinkle the lemon zest and freshly chopped parsley over the top for added flavor.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
847 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.0 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 133 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 2642 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.4 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 53.5 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 39 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 200 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
