Description
A delicious and simple pan-seared salmon recipe with a blend of spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound salmon (skin-on, cut into fillets about 4oz each; skinless can also be used)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (1 tablespoon melted to rub the fish, 1 tablespoon to cook in the pan)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon thyme
Instructions
- Dry the salmon completely and allow the salmon to come to room temperature for 15 minutes.
- Drizzle 1 tablespoon of melted butter onto both sides of the salmon.
- Combine the spices in a bowl and sprinkle them over the salmon. Be sure to season both sides of the salmon.
- Heat a cast iron or stainless steel skillet on medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter.
- When the butter has melted, add the salmon to the pan, skin-side up. Do not overcrowd the pan; the salmon shouldn’t touch. Cook the fish in batches if needed.
- Cook the salmon for 2-4 minutes until the sides turn opaque. Monitor the sides to determine the perfect time to flip. When the color of the side of the salmon has lightened about 3/4ths of the way up, it’s time to flip.
- Flip the salmon and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Remove and cool before serving.
Notes
- This recipe works well with skinless salmon if preferred.
- Adjust spices according to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Protein: 40 grams