Garlic Butter Salmon (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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4 tbsp unsalted butter
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4 cloves of garlic, minced finely
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4 salmon fillets, roughly 6 oz each
→ Seasonings and Garnish
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Salt and fresh black pepper, as needed
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Wedges of lemon for plating
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1 tsp dried parsley or 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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Juice from half a lemon, around 1 tbsp
# Instructions:
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Use paper towels to blot any excess moisture off the salmon, then generously season both sides with pepper and salt.
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Heat up the butter in a big pan over medium-high heat and keep an eye on it till it starts to bubble. Don’t let it brown.
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With the skin side facing down (if it’s still on), place the salmon in the pan. Let it cook there for around 4-5 minutes without moving so it gets a crispy edge.
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Turn the salmon over carefully, then toss the minced garlic into the skillet and spread it around. Allow the fillets to cook for another 3-4 minutes until done.
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Drizzle the lemon juice over the salmon and sprinkle with parsley. Let it sit in the pan for another minute to soak in the flavors.
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Place the fillets on plates, spooning the buttery garlic mixture on top. Add a lemon wedge to each serving for extra zest.
# Notes:
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Choose fresh salmon to get the tastiest results
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Goes great with a side of rice or vegetables
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Either dried or fresh parsley works well here