Garlic Butter Salmon (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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4 salmon fillets, about 6 oz each
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4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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4 tablespoons of plain butter, unsalted
→ Seasonings and Garnish
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A pinch of black pepper and salt, adjust to your taste
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Parsley, either 1 tablespoon freshly chopped or 1 teaspoon dried
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Juice squeezed from half a lemon, roughly 1 tablespoon
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Lemon slices for serving
# Instructions:
01 -
Dry off the salmon with some paper towels, then salt and pepper both sides until coated well.
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Melt the butter in a large skillet on medium-high heat. Keep an eye on it and don’t let it go brown.
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Gently place the salmon in the skillet with the skin-side facing down (if the skin is on). Avoid touching it for 4 to 5 minutes so it crisps up nicely.
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Turn the salmon over carefully and sprinkle in the chopped garlic. Let everything cook together for another 3 to 4 minutes until the fish is done.
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Pour the lemon juice over the salmon and scatter the parsley on top. Leave it in the pan an extra minute to soak up the flavors.
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Move the salmon to serving plates and spoon the buttery garlic mixture over each piece. Add lemon slices on the side for a final touch.
# Notes:
01 -
Fresh fish gives you the best flavor outcome.
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Side it with veggies or rice—it works beautifully.
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Both fresh and dried parsley are good options here.