If you’re searching for simple, fast, and nutritious way to cook salmon This Cast Iron Salmon Recipe should be tried. This recipe not only delivers crispy golden skin, crisp and perfect flaky salmon, but it takes only a few minutes to cook! The beauty of this Cast Iron Salmon Recipe lies in its simplicity–requiring only a few ingredients that pack a punch of flavor. If you’re an experienced cook or just getting started You’ll be amazed at how simple to prepare this Cast Iron Salmon Recipe is to cook. It’s suitable for many occasions, ranging from a simple evening meal to a grand dinner on the weekend.
Ingredients
- 2 skin-on salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon olive
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper as desired
- Dill or fresh parsley as a garnish (optional)
- Lemon wedges to serve
Execution
- Heat your cast-iron skillet on medium-high until the skillet is completely warmed up.
- Salt the salmon fillets liberally with salt and pepper, on both sides.
- Pour olive oil to the pan then swirl it around to evenly cover the entire surfaces.
- Set the salmon skin side down into the skillet. It should cook, without disturbing it for 4 to 5 minutes. Allow the skin to turn crisp.
- The salmon should be carefully flipped, and then add to the pan butter as well as chopped garlic into the pan and coat the salmon in the butter that is melting.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until the fish becomes transparent and easily flakes off with the help of a fork.
- Squeeze the lemon juice and sprinkle lemon zest over the salmon.
- Serve it hot with fresh herb like parsley, dill or even citrus wedges with a side of lemon wedges.
Tips for the Recipe:
About: the Perfect Cast Iron Salmon Recipe :
- The salmon should be dry before adding seasoning. This will help the skin become crisp.
- Choose the quality cast-iron skillet to guarantee even heat distribution.
- Be careful not to flip the salmon to quickly. Let the skin first crisp to ensure the best flavor.
- Bagging the salmon with butter as it cooks improves its taste and makes it more damp.
- Additionally, you can include a pinch of red pepper chips to give it a kick of spice.
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