Salmon Steak
Elevate your seafood dinner with this irresistible Salmon Steak recipe, a quick and easy dish perfect for weeknights or special occasions. Featuring tender, pan-seared salmon steaks infused with the rich flavors of garlic, butter, and fresh thyme, this recipe achieves a perfect balance of crisp sear and flaky interior. A burst of fresh lemon juice adds a zesty finish, complementing the buttery richness of the fish. Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish, this flavorful dish is ideal for busy cooks who want a restaurant-quality meal at home. Garnish with lemon wedges and extra thyme for a stunning presentation, and pair with roasted veggies or a crisp salad for a complete, wholesome meal. Whether you're a seafood enthusiast or trying salmon for the first time, this recipe promises to wow your taste buds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces salmon steaks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 piece lemon
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Pat the salmon steaks dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture and sprinkle both sides with salt and black pepper.
Mince the garlic and set it aside. Cut the lemon in half and slice one half into thin wedges for garnish. Reserve the other half for juicing.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
Place the salmon steaks in the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes on one side, pressing them gently to ensure even contact with the pan.
Flip the salmon steaks carefully using a spatula, and reduce the heat to medium.
Add the butter, minced garlic, and thyme sprigs to the skillet. Allow the butter to melt and spoon it over the salmon steaks as they cook for another 4-5 minutes.
Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the salmon during the last 30 seconds of cooking for a burst of freshness.
Remove the salmon from the skillet and let it rest for 2 minutes on a plate covered loosely with aluminum foil.
Serve the salmon steaks hot, garnished with fresh lemon wedges and additional thyme if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
503 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.2 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 98 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 570 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 30.8 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 15.8 mcg | 79% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 739 mg | 16% | |
*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.
