Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon and Herbs
A simple, yet elegant pan-seared salmon fillet, cooked to perfection with a crispy skin and a flavorful lemon-herb crust. Perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight meal.
Salmon is a delicious and versatile fish that can be cooked in a variety of ways. Pan-searing is a great way to cook salmon because it results in a crispy skin and a moist, flavorful interior. This recipe for pan-seared salmon with lemon and herbs is a classic that is sure to please everyone at the table. The key to pan-searing salmon is to get the skin nice and crispy. To do this, you need to make sure the skillet is hot enough before adding the salmon. You also want to make sure the salmon is dry before adding it to the skillet, as this will help prevent the skin from sticking. Once the salmon is in the skillet, don't move it around too much. Let it cook undisturbed for a few minutes, until the skin is golden brown and crispy. Once the skin is crispy, you can flip the salmon and cook it for a few minutes more, until the fish is cooked through. The cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the salmon fillet, so be sure to check it with a fork before removing it from the skillet. Once the salmon is cooked, transfer it to a plate and drizzle it with lemon juice. Sprinkle with lemon zest, oregano, and thyme, and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon and Herbs Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon and Herbs Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon and Herbs Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon and Herbs
Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 1 pound salmon fillet, skin-on
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the olive oil to the skillet and swirl to coat.
  3. Season the salmon with salt and pepper.
  4. Place the salmon skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the skin is crispy.
  5. Flip the salmon and cook for 3-4 minutes more, or until the fish is cooked through.
  6. Remove the salmon from the skillet and transfer to a plate.
  7. Pour the lemon juice over the salmon and sprinkle with the lemon zest, oregano, and thyme.
  8. Serve immediately.
Why It Works
  • The high heat of the skillet creates a crispy skin on the salmon, while the lemon and herbs add flavor and brightness.
  • Cooking the salmon skin-side down first helps to render some of the fat, which results in a more flavorful fish.
  • The lemon juice helps to brighten the flavor of the salmon, while the herbs add a touch of complexity.