Crispy Pan Seared Salmon
This crispy pan seared salmon delivers restaurant quality results in just 15 minutes right from your stovetop. A perfectly golden and crispy skin with tender flaky flesh makes this the ultimate quick and healthy protein dinner.
Golden crispy salmon fillets with a tender center ready in just 15 minutes.
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Instructions
Prep the Salmon
Pat salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels on both sides. Season flesh side generously with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Dry skin is the key to achieving that perfect crispy crust.
Sear Skin Side Down
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium high heat until shimmering. Place salmon skin side down and press gently with a spatula for 10 seconds. Cook undisturbed for 5 to 6 minutes until skin is golden and crispy.
Flip and Finish
Flip the salmon and add garlic to the pan. Cook for 2 to 3 more minutes until flesh is just opaque and flakes easily. Spoon garlic over the top of the salmon as it finishes cooking.
Garnish and Serve
Remove from heat and drizzle lemon juice over the fillets. Garnish with fresh dill or parsley and serve immediately with your choice of side dish.
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