The best way to cook salmon

Prep:5minCook:15min

Sometimes a cooking technique is just as important as the recipe itself. Once you get this down adding sides is a breeze

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 12:50:27 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Good

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

Low

Nutrition per serving

Calories88.1 kcal (4%)

Total Fat7.1 g (10%)

Carbs0.2 g (0%)

Sugars0 g (0%)

Protein6.1 g (12%)

Sodium208.3 mg (10%)

Fiber0.1 g (0%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

4 servings

salmon

fresh, not frozen fillets

kosher salt

pepper

olive oil

Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F

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Step 2

Pat the salmon fillets dry and season the flesh side with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Step 3

In a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat add 1tsp of olive oil. When the pan is hot add the salmon SKIN SIDE UP. Sear on the one side until golden brown, 2-4 minutes.

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Frying Pan

Step 4

If your pan is oven safe flip the salmon and place in the oven until salmon is firm and reaches a minimum internal temperature of 145°F, 7-10 minutes.

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Step 5

If your pan is not oven safe transfer the salmon to a foil lined baking sheet, seared side up. Roast in the oven till it reaches a minimum internal temperature of 145°F, 7-10 minutes.

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