Skillet Garlic Lemon Salmon
Pan seared salmon fillets finished with garlic butter and fresh lemon in a single cast iron skillet.
Equipment
- Cast iron skillet
- Paper towels
- Instant read thermometer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets about 6 ounces each, skin on
- 1 lemon zested and juiced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, optional
Instructions
Cooking
- Dry. Pat the fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Sear. Heat the oil in the skillet and cook the fillets until golden on the first side.
- Baste. Flip, add the butter and garlic, and spoon the butter over the fish.
- Finish. Cook until the center reaches 145 degrees F, then add the lemon juice and zest.
Notes
Substitutions: Use trout or arctic char in place of salmon, and olive oil alone for a dairy free version.
Tips: Dry the fillets well and keep the garlic from browning too fast.
Storage: Refrigerate for up to three days and reheat gently.
Nutrition is calculated per serving.