Garlic Butter Salmon (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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4 garlic cloves, chopped super fine
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Four salmon portions, each about 6 oz
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4 tbsp of unsalted butter
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Lemon wedges to serve on the side
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Freshly ground black pepper and salt, to taste
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1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or 1 tsp dried parsley
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Juice from half a lemon (about 1 tbsp)
# Instructions:
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Pat the salmon dry using paper towels. Sprinkle salt and pepper all over both sides generously.
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In a large skillet on medium heat, stir the butter around until it melts and starts bubbling. Watch carefully so it doesn’t burn.
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Put the salmon fillets into the skillet with the skin side (if there’s skin) facing down. Let them cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until the edges get crispy.
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Flip the salmon over gently. Sprinkle the minced garlic into the pan and spread it evenly. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, making sure the fillets are done.
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Pour the lemon juice over the fillets and scatter the parsley on top. Keep them in the pan for about a minute to take in the flavors.
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Move the fish to serving plates. Spoon the garlicky butter over the top and add a lemon wedge to each plate for some final zest.
# Notes:
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Go for fresh salmon for the best flavor.
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Pairs perfectly with steamed veggies or rice.
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You can use either fresh or dried parsley for this.