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Pan-Fried Salmon Steak

This salmon steak is ready in 15 minutes. Seasoned with sage and cooked in butter, it's a delicacy.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 364 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 salmon steaks 6 ounces each, about ½ inch thick
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried sage
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Instructions

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  1. Sprinkle, then rub both sides of the salmon with salt, pepper, and sage.
  2. Melt the butter in a large nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Swirl to coat.
  3. When the foaming subsides, add the salmon steaks. Fry them for 3 minutes on the first side.
  4. Turn to the other side, lower the heat to medium, and cook until the salmon is cooked through, for about 3 more minutes.
  5. Transfer the salmon to plates, spoon the pan juices on top, and serve.

Notes

  • This recipe was written for 6-ounce pieces. If yours are bigger, you'll need to fry them for longer, about 4-5 minutes per side, reducing the heat to medium after the first 3 minutes.
  • Salmon is fully cooked when its color changes from translucent to opaque. Its internal temperature, measured by an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part (without touching the bone), should reach 145°F. 
  • You can keep the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat them gently to prevent them from drying out. I usually reheat them in the microwave, covered, at 50% power. You can also freeze the completely cooled leftovers in freezer bags for up to three months. Thaw them overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1salmon steak Calories 364kcal (18%) Protein 36g (72%) Fat 24g (37%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Sodium 411mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 364

% Daily Value*

Serving 1salmon steak
Calories 364kcal 18%
Protein 36g 72%
Fat 24g 37%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Sodium 411mg 17%

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