Pan-Seared Salmon with Herb Butter
Pan-Seared Salmon with Herb Butter
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets, 6-ounce, skin-on
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Herb Butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, grass-fed, softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For Serving (Optional)
- 4 lemon wedges
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the herb butter: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, chopped parsley, dill, chives, minced garlic, lemon zest, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated. Set aside at room temperature.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. This is crucial for crispy skin. Season both sides of each fillet generously with sea salt and black pepper.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet (cast iron or stainless steel works best) over medium-high heat until shimmering.
⏱️ 2 min
- 4
Carefully place the salmon fillets, skin-side down, into the hot skillet. Press gently on each fillet with a spatula for the first 30 seconds to ensure even contact with the pan and prevent curling.
⏱️ 1 min
- 5
Cook the salmon, skin-side down, for 5-7 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and golden brown and the flesh has cooked about two-thirds of the way up the side of the fillet.
⏱️ 7 min
- 6
Flip the salmon fillets and cook for another 3-5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare, or to your desired doneness. Be careful not to overcook.
⏱️ 5 min
- 7
Remove the salmon from the skillet and transfer to individual plates. Immediately place a generous dollop of the prepared herb butter on top of each hot salmon fillet. The butter will melt, creating a delicious sauce.
⏱️ 1 min
- 8
Serve immediately with lemon wedges, if desired, and your chosen ketogenic side dishes.
⏱️ 1 min
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Pan-Seared Salmon with Herb Butter
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets, 6-ounce, skin-on
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Herb Butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, grass-fed, softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For Serving (Optional)
- 4 lemon wedges
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the herb butter: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, chopped parsley, dill, chives, minced garlic, lemon zest, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated. Set aside at room temperature.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. This is crucial for crispy skin. Season both sides of each fillet generously with sea salt and black pepper.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet (cast iron or stainless steel works best) over medium-high heat until shimmering.
⏱️ 2 min - 4
Carefully place the salmon fillets, skin-side down, into the hot skillet. Press gently on each fillet with a spatula for the first 30 seconds to ensure even contact with the pan and prevent curling.
⏱️ 1 min - 5
Cook the salmon, skin-side down, for 5-7 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and golden brown and the flesh has cooked about two-thirds of the way up the side of the fillet.
⏱️ 7 min - 6
Flip the salmon fillets and cook for another 3-5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare, or to your desired doneness. Be careful not to overcook.
⏱️ 5 min - 7
Remove the salmon from the skillet and transfer to individual plates. Immediately place a generous dollop of the prepared herb butter on top of each hot salmon fillet. The butter will melt, creating a delicious sauce.
⏱️ 1 min - 8
Serve immediately with lemon wedges, if desired, and your chosen ketogenic side dishes.
⏱️ 1 min