If you’re in the mood for something both elegant and incredibly easy to prepare, look no further than this pan-seared salmon with lemon brown butter sauce. This delightful dish comes together in just 10 minutes, delivering a tender and flaky salmon with a burst of citrusy flavor that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
- Salmon fillets โ 450 g (1 lb)
- Salt โ 1/2 teaspoon
- Black Pepper โ 1/8 teaspoon
- Lemon zest โ 1 teaspoon
- Lemon juice โ 60 ml (4 tablespoons)
- Unsalted butter โ 56 g (4 tablespoons)
- Parsley or dill โ for garnish
Steps
- Prepare the Salmon
Pat the salmon fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Set aside. - Make the Brown Butter
In a large, light-colored pan, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir and cook until the butter turns a golden brown, taking about five minutes. - Cook the Salmon
Add the seasoned salmon fillets to the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes on the first side. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the second side. - Add Lemon Flavors
During the last 2 minutes of cooking, add fresh lemon zest and lemon juice. Spoon the sauce over the salmon as it finishes cooking. - Plate and Garnish
Transfer the salmon to a serving plate, drizzling the remaining lemon brown butter sauce over the top. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or dill.
And there you have itโa sumptuous salmon dish ready to tantalize your taste buds! The combination of nutty brown butter and vibrant lemon zest creates an unforgettable flavor while keeping the salmon beautifully moist and tender. This dish is sure to become a favorite, disappearing quickly from the plate with each serving.
