Description
Garlic Butter Salmon is a game-changer for seafood lovers! Imagine succulent salmon fillets enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce, delivering an irresistible aroma and flavor. This easy-to-make dish transforms any meal into a special occasion, perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. Pair it with your favorite sides and watch as everyone savors each bite of this delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather and prep all ingredients; finely chop garlic and parsley.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Melt the butter until bubbly.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet; cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
- Reduce heat, add minced garlic, stirring gently to infuse flavors without burning.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over salmon and sprinkle with parsley before serving.
- Serve hot with your choice of sides like rice or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg