This quick and easy pan-seared salmon recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The salmon fillets are cooked to perfection with a crispy skin and a tender, flaky interior.
Preparation time
10min
Cooking time
10min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 tsp salt
Directions
Step 1
Season the salmon fillets with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes.
Step 4
Flip the fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Step 5
Serve the salmon fillets with lemon wedges on the side.