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Crispy Skillet Salmon with Creamy Lemon Caper Sauce

A whole30 paleo keto dinner recipe of salmon with a delicious zesty caper cream sauce.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 391 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the Salmon:
  • 1 to 2 Tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 1/2 pounds salmon cut into fillets
  • 1 tsp ground paprika
  • 2 tsp dried dill
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
For the Creamy Lemon Dill Sauce:
  • 1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk
  • 2 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice to taste
  • 3 Tbsp capers
  • 2 tsp dried dill

Instructions

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  1. Use a paper towel to pat dry the salmon filets. Season with sea salt, dill, and paprika.
  2. Heat the avocado oil in a large cast iron skillet or non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Place salmon fillets flesh side down, pressing them lightly so the entire surface of the flesh comes into contact with the pan. Sear, undisturbed, for 3-4 minutes until crispy and golden.
  3. Flip salmon and sear on the other side for 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the salmon again and cook another 1 to 2 minutes.
  4. Add the remaining ingredients to the skillet (coconut milk, lemon zest and juice, capers and dill. Cook until salmon reaches desired done-ness and sauce thickens, about 3 to 4 minutes. Taste the sauce for flavor and add sea salt and/or more lemon juice to taste.
  5. The FDA considered salmon to be fully cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit. Many people find they like salmon best when it is medium-rare on the inside, which is around 120 to 125 degrees F. Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the salmon to be sure the salmon cooks to your desired level of doneness.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1of 4 Calories 391kcal (20%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 36g (72%) Fat 26g (40%) Sugar 1g (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 391

% Daily Value*

Serving 1of 4
Calories 391kcal 20%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 36g 72%
Fat 26g 40%
Sugar 1g 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.