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Garlic butter salmon is the perfect weeknight dinner\u2014quick, easy, and elegant enough for company. Perfectly seared salmon fillets with crispy skin are bathed in a rich, nutty garlic butter sauce with fresh lemon and parsley. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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It comes together in under 15 minutes, making it ideal for busy nights when you still want something special. The key is a hot skillet for that perfect sear, and a simple pan sauce that comes together in the same pan. Serve it with roasted vegetables, rice, or a simple salad for a complete meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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For the Salmon (serves 4):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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4 (6 oz \/ 170g each) salmon fillets, skin on or off<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste<\/li>\n\n\n\n
For the Garlic Butter Sauce:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter<\/li>\n\n\n\n
4 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about \u00bd lemon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
\u00bc cup fresh parsley, chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Lemon zest from \u00bd lemon (optional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Salt to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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For Serving:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Lemon wedges<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fresh parsley<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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1. Prepare the Salmon:<\/strong> Remove salmon from the refrigerator 10-15 minutes before cooking to take the chill off. Pat the fillets completely dry with paper towels\u2014this is essential for crispy skin. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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2. Heat the Skillet:<\/strong> Heat a large skillet (preferably cast iron or non-stick) over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Swirl to coat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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3. Sear the Salmon:<\/strong> Place the salmon fillets in the hot skillet, skin-side down if they have skin. Cook without moving for 4-5 minutes, until the skin is golden and crispy and the fish releases easily from the pan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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4. Flip and Finish:<\/strong> Carefully flip the salmon fillets. Cook for another 2-4 minutes, depending on thickness, until the salmon is cooked to your desired doneness (125\u00b0F \/ 52\u00b0C for medium-rare, 135\u00b0F \/ 57\u00b0C for medium). Remove salmon to a plate and tent loosely with foil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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5. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:<\/strong> Reduce heat to medium-low. Add the remaining 3 tablespoons butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for 30-60 seconds until fragrant but not browned. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Stir in the lemon juice, parsley, and lemon zest (if using). Season with salt to taste. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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6. Serve:<\/strong> Spoon the garlic butter sauce over the salmon fillets. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and additional fresh parsley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Pro-Tips for Garlic Butter Salmon Perfection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Pat the Salmon Dry:<\/strong> This is essential for crispy skin and a good sear. Use paper towels and be thorough. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
Don’t Move the Fish:<\/strong> Let it cook undisturbed until it releases easily from the pan\u2014this ensures a beautiful crust. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
Use a Thermometer:<\/strong> For perfectly cooked salmon, use an instant-read thermometer. 125\u00b0F for medium-rare, 135\u00b0F for medium. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
Don’t Overcook:<\/strong> Salmon continues to cook from residual heat. Remove it from the pan when it’s just shy of your desired doneness. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
Save the Skin:<\/strong> The crispy skin is delicious\u2014don’t remove it. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fresh Garlic Only:<\/strong> Garlic powder won’t give the same flavor. Use fresh garlic. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
Make It a Meal:<\/strong> Serve with roasted asparagus, rice, or a simple green salad. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
Double the Sauce:<\/strong> The sauce is so good you might want extra. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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This Garlic Butter Salmon is easy, elegant, and absolutely delicious.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Perfectly seared salmon fillets bathed in a rich, nutty garlic butter sauce with fresh lemon and parsley. Restaurant-quality dinner in under 15 minutes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2242,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[1429,1427,1430,1432,1428,1431,487],"class_list":["post-2210","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-quick_meals","tag-easy-salmon-dinner","tag-garlic-butter-salmon","tag-garlic-butter-sauce","tag-healthy-dinner","tag-pan-seared-salmon","tag-quick-salmon","tag-salmon-recipe"],"yoast_head":"\n
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