Pan Seared Salmon

Name: Pan Seared Salmon
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 2 center cut salmon filets; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 4 springs fresh thyme; 3 cloves garlic; 1 tablespoon capers; ½ lemon

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

Pan Seared Salmon

Benjamin Ramirez

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This pan seared salmon is perfect for dinnertime, with fresh lemon juice, herbaceous thyme, briny capers, and savory olive oil.

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Ingredients

Servings

2 center cut salmon filets about 2 inches thick
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 springs fresh thyme
3 cloves garlic smashed
1 tablespoon capers drained
½ lemon juiced

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Instructions

Preheat a large heavy-bottomed (preferably cast iron) skillet over medium heat.
Pat the salmon filets dry with a paper towel and season them with kosher salt and black pepper.
Add the oil to the skillet and allow it to heat. When the oil is hot (but not quite smoking), add the salmon filets skin side down.
Sear the salmon for 3-4 minutes, or until the skin releases naturally from the pan. You shouldn’t have to tug on the salmon. It will release easily when it’s ready to flip.
Flip the salmon and add the butter, thyme, garlic, capers, and lemon juice. Cook the salmon for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until your desired doneness.
While the salmon sears on the second side, baste the skin with butter from the pan.
Serve the salmon with your desired sides.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days.

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Nutrition Information

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Serving 1g Calories 752kcal (38%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 51g (102%) Fat 59g (91%) Saturated Fat 18g (90%) Polyunsaturated Fat 37g Cholesterol 189mg (63%) Sodium 400mg (17%) Fiber 1g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 752 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	1g
Calories	752kcal	38%
Carbohydrates	3g	1%
Protein	51g	102%
Fat	59g	91%
Saturated Fat	18g	90%
Polyunsaturated Fat	37g	218%
Cholesterol	189mg	63%
Sodium	400mg	17%
Fiber	1g	4%