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Pan Seared Salmon

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

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

Ingredients

  • 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

Instructions

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  1. Preheat a large heavy-bottomed (preferably cast iron) skillet over medium heat. 
  2. Pat the salmon filets dry with a paper towel and season them with kosher salt and black pepper. 
  3. 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. 
  4. 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. 
  5. 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. 
  6. While the salmon sears on the second side, baste the skin with butter from the pan. 
  7. Serve the salmon with your desired sides.
  8. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. 

Nutrition Information

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

% 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%

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