This is a 20-minute go-to pan-seared salmon recipe that combines easy preparation with gourmet results. Enjoy crispy skin and a perfect medium-rare inside, finished with butter, garlic, and lemon for extra flavor. Ideal for a fancy weeknight dinner.
1: Pat salmon dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
2: Sear skin-side down in a hot pan without moving it.
3: Flip when the skin is golden.
4: Add butter, garlic, and lemon to the pan.
5: Baste until done to your liking.
6: Serve with garlic butter rice, roasted veggies, and a lemon wedge.
