For the crispiest skin, ensure the salmon is very dry before cooking. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end adds a bright note. Consider serving with a side of roasted vegetables or a simple salad for a complete meal.
Pan-Fried Wild Salmon
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PREP TIME5 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME20 mins
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SERVING2 People
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VIEWS213
Savor the oceanic essence of wild salmon, pan-fried to crispy-skinned perfection. This simple yet elegant preparation highlights the natural flavors of the fish, creating a delightful culinary experience.
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Nutrition
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Cholesterol38 mg
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Protein18 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium195 mg
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Fat19 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Rinse the salmon fillets under cold water and pat them completely dry with paper towels. Season generously with sea salt. (2 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. (3 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Place the salmon fillets skin-side up in the hot oil. Cook until the flesh is golden brown and the skin is crisp, about 5-7 minutes. (7 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Flip the salmon and continue cooking until the flesh is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, about 3-5 minutes more. (5 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Using a slotted spatula, carefully remove the salmon from the skillet, leaving the drippings behind. (1 minute)
06 Step
Recipe View For an extra touch of texture and flavor, remove the skin from the salmon (it should easily peel off now). Fry the skin in the remaining drippings until it's deeply golden and ultra-crispy, about 2-3 minutes. (3 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Serve the pan-fried salmon immediately, garnished with the crispy skin.
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Carmen Hudson
Apr 22, 2025This recipe is a game-changer! My salmon has never been so perfectly cooked.
Lucio Zboncak
Apr 20, 2025I used this recipe for a dinner party and everyone raved about it!
Bradley Runolfsson
Apr 13, 2025Simple, quick, and delicious. This is my new go-to weeknight meal.
Elissa Kassulke
Oct 18, 2024The crispy skin is absolutely addictive! I'll never cook salmon any other way.
Pearl Lehner
Jul 21, 2024I added a squeeze of lemon juice at the end and it brightened up the flavors beautifully.
Dasia Schneider
Apr 24, 2024I tried it with some dill and it tasted amazing!
Meaghan Kerluke
Apr 13, 2024The tip about patting the salmon dry is key to getting that crispy skin.
Providenci Mcglynn
Jan 20, 2024Be careful not to overcook the salmon, it cooks quickly!