Restaurant-Style Pan Seared Salmon
Total Time
15 Minutes
Prep Time
5 Minutes
Cook Time
10 Minutes
Rating
4.9 out of 5 stars
(273)
Ingredients
4 servings
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets, 1¼ in thick (skin can be removed or left on)
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Preparation
Step 1
Season the salmon with the salt and a few grinds of pepper.
Step 2
Heat the oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot and shimmering.
Step 3
Cook the salmon, without moving, skin side up, until golden and crisp, about 4 minutes.
Step 4
Carefully flip the fillets and reduce the heat to medium.
Step 5
Continue cooking until done to your liking, 4 to 5 minutes more.
Step 6
Transfer to a platter and serve.
Step 7
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Chef's notes
The key to perfect pan-seared salmon lies in choosing the right size fillets, seasoning them well, and allowing them to cook undisturbed.
Letting the fish sear untouched in hot oil creates a lovely, flavorful, and golden crust.
