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Crispy Skin Salmon Recipe Easy 5-Step Guide for Tender Flaky Fish

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This crispy skin salmon recipe delivers tender, flaky fish with a golden, crackling skin. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests.

Ingredients

  • Salmon fillets – skin-on, about 6 ounces (170 grams) each
  • Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
  • Salt – 1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper – ½ teaspoon
  • Lemon wedges – for serving
  • Optional: Fresh herbs like dill or parsley for garnish
  • Optional: Butter – 1 tablespoon

Instructions

  1. Pat the salmon dry with paper towels to remove moisture (about 2 minutes).
  2. Season the fillets by sprinkling salt evenly on the skin side and a little on the flesh side. Add black pepper to both sides. Let the salmon rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  3. Heat a non-stick or well-seasoned cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and warm until shimmering but not smoking (2-3 minutes).
  4. Place the salmon skin-side down in the pan. Press down gently with a spatula for 10 seconds to prevent curling. Cook for 5-7 minutes without moving the fillets until the skin is crispy and the color changes up the side.
  5. Flip the salmon carefully and cook flesh-side down for 1-2 minutes more until just opaque in the center. Add butter now if using, spooning it over the fish for extra flavor.
  6. Remove the salmon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Rest for 2 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat salmon skin dry thoroughly before cooking to ensure crispiness. Use medium-high heat and avoid flipping too soon to prevent sticking. Adding butter at the end enhances flavor. If skin sticks, wait longer; it will release naturally. For oven finish, transfer skillet to 400°F (200°C) oven for 3-4 minutes after searing.

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