Pan-Seared Salmon
Pan-seared salmon makes for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, perfect for mastering a fundamental cooking skill.
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Instructions
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Pat salmon dry, optionally let sit at room temperature for up to 30 minutes, then season both sides with salt and pepper.
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Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
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Sear salmon skin-side down for 4 to 5 minutes, until browned and it releases easily.
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Flip the fillets and cook for 1 to 2 minutes more, reaching an internal temperature of 125 F.
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Transfer salmon to a plate, rest for 5 minutes, and serve with lemon wedges.
Nutritional Info (per serving)
Calories:
416 kcal
Carbohydrate:
16 g
Cholesterol:
94 mg
Fiber:
5 g
Protein:
35 g
Saturated Fat:
5 g
Sodium:
409 mg
Sugar:
4 g
Fat:
26 g
Unsaturated Fat:
0 g