Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of garlic butter salmon, a dish that blends buttery goodness with zesty garlic and fresh herbs. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to elegant gatherings. With its vibrant colors and mouthwatering aroma, garlic butter salmon will impress your guests and keep them coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds.
- Stir in lemon juice and herbs, creating a zesty sauce.
- Place seasoned salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet; cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Carefully flip with a spatula.
- Baste fillets with garlic butter sauce while cooking for another 3-4 minutes until they are flaky.
- Serve hot, drizzled with remaining sauce and garnished with additional herbs and lemon slices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, sear the salmon skin-side down before finishing in the oven at 400°F for about 5 minutes. Feel free to swap out herbs or add a splash of white wine to the sauce for added depth.