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Butter Garlic Salmon Dish

Butter Garlic Salmon

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4.7 from 180 reviews

Butter Garlic Salmon is a quick and delicious dish featuring tender salmon fillets bathed in rich garlic butter. It’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, ready in just 30 minutes!

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 2

Ingredients

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  • 2 (6 oz) fresh salmon fillets
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1. Prep Your Ingredients: Mince the garlic and squeeze the lemon juice into a bowl.
  2. 2. Heat the Pan: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter with olive oil until bubbly.
  3. 3. Add Salmon Fillets: Place the salmon skin-side down in the pan. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
  4. 4. Add Garlic and Butter: Gently flip the fillets, then add the remaining butter and minced garlic around them. Sizzle for an additional minute.
  5. 5. Finish with Lemon Juice and Parsley: Drizzle lemon juice over the fillets and sprinkle with parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For a milder flavor, substitute garlic with shallots.
  •  Enhance the dish with a sprinkle of lemon zest.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently to maintain moisture.
  • Author: Sophie
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
  • Calories: 367
  • Sugar: 0 g
  • Sodium: 78 mg
  • Fat: 27 g
  • Saturated Fat: 11 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 1 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 34 g
  • Cholesterol: 89 mg