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Gordon Ramsay Pan-Seared Salmon – Crispy, Buttery & Perfectly Cooked

Gordon Ramsay Pan-Seared Salmon recipe
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Gordon Ramsay’s Pan-Seared Salmon is a simple yet elegant seafood dish, where fresh salmon fillets are cooked skin-side down in a hot pan until the skin is golden and crispy. The fillet is then basted with butter, garlic, and fresh herbs, creating a flavorful, moist, and perfectly cooked salmon.

Ingredients

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  • 2 salmon fillets (skin-on, about 6 oz each)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 sprig of fresh thyme or rosemary
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp paprika (optional, for color)
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions

Prepare the Salmon:

  1. Pat the salmon dry – Use paper towels to remove excess moisture for crispier skin.
  2. Season well – Sprinkle the skin side with salt and the flesh side with salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Sear the Salmon:

  1. Heat the pan – Place a non-stick or stainless steel skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
  2. Place salmon skin-side down – Press the fillet down with a spatula for 30 seconds to keep the skin in contact with the pan.
  3. Cook without flipping – Let the salmon cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy and releases easily.
  4. Flip and finish cooking – Turn the salmon over and cook for 1-2 minutes until the flesh is just opaque.

Add Butter & Aromatics:

  1. Melt butter and add garlic – Toss in butter, garlic, and fresh thyme, basting the salmon for extra flavor.
  2. Squeeze lemon juice – Just before removing, add a splash of lemon juice for brightness.

Serve Immediately:

  1. Plate and enjoy – Serve with your favorite sides and garnish with extra herbs.

Find it online: https://gordonramsayeats.com/gordon-ramsay-pan-seared-salmon/