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Salmon with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce: An Incredible 7-Minute Recipe


  • Author: Chef Ethan Sam
  • Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

– 2 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 lemon (juice and zest)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)


Instructions

Creating Salmon with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce is straightforward and quick. Follow these simple steps to achieve a mouthwatering dish:

1. Prep the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Heat the Pan: In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat until it starts to foam.
3. Cook the Salmon: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for about 4 minutes without moving them, allowing a crispy skin to form.
4. Flip the Fillets: Carefully flip the salmon using a spatula and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until cooked through and opaque.
5. Make the Sauce: Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside. In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
6. Add Lemon: Stir in the lemon juice and zest, mixing well to combine. Cook for another minute to allow the flavors to meld.
7. Combine: Return the salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top to coat them in the garlicky goodness.
8. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

These easy steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Fat: 30g
  • Protein: 40g