Lemon-Brown Butter Salmon: Quick, Crispy Delight in 15 Minutes

Lemon-Brown Butter Salmon offers a quick, delicious meal full of flavor and impressive presentation.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salmon

2 Tbsp Neutral Oil Helps prevent sticking and allows for even searing.
4 6-oz Skin-on Salmon Fillets Provides flavor and texture; skin crisps up beautifully.
1 tsp Kosher Salt Enhances flavor; can substitute with sea salt.

For the Lemon-Brown Butter Sauce

1 unit Lemon Fresh lemon juice and zest add brightness and acidity.
4 Tbsp Unsalted Butter Creates the rich brown butter base.
1 large clove Garlic Adds a mild aromatic quality.

For Garnish

1 Tbsp Chopped Fresh Parsley or Dill Provides a fresh finishing touch.

Equipment

large skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Heat the pan: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a splash of neutral oil. Allow to heat until it shimmers, about 2-3 minutes.
Season and sear: Pat the salmon fillets dry and season with kosher salt. Once the pan is hot, place the fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy.
Add butter and flavors: Add the cubed unsalted butter to the skillet, swirling to combine. After 1 minute, add chopped garlic and lemon zest, stirring until fragrant.
Finish cooking: Flip the salmon, squeeze lemon juice over the tops, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until done.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 34gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 740mgVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh lemon juice and ensure the pan is hot enough for crispy skin.

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