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Crispy Pan-Seared Salmon Recipe with Easy Lemon Dill Cream Sauce

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy pan-seared salmon with a creamy, tangy lemon dill sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or brunch, this dish features a golden crust and a smooth, flavorful sauce.

Ingredients

  • Salmon fillets, skin-on, about 6 ounces (170 g) each
  • Salt and black pepper, freshly ground
  • Olive oil or avocado oil, 2 tablespoons
  • Unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon
  • Fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons
  • Fresh dill, 2 tablespoons chopped
  • Heavy cream, ½ cup (120 ml)
  • Cream cheese, 2 tablespoons, softened
  • Garlic, 1 clove minced
  • Shallot, 1 small, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture (about 2 minutes).
  2. Season both sides of the salmon with salt and freshly ground black pepper (~1 minute).
  3. Heat the skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive or avocado oil. Let it get hot but not smoking (about 2-3 minutes).
  4. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down gently into the skillet. Press down lightly with a spatula for even contact (about 30 seconds).
  5. Sear the salmon skin-side down for 5-6 minutes without moving it until the skin turns golden brown and crisp.
  6. Flip the fillets carefully using a spatula, then add 1 tablespoon butter to the pan. Spoon melted butter over the salmon as it finishes cooking (about 3-4 minutes) until opaque and flaky but moist inside.
  7. While the salmon cooks, prepare the lemon dill cream sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together ½ cup heavy cream, 2 tablespoons softened cream cheese, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons chopped dill, minced garlic, and finely chopped shallot. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  8. Once salmon is cooked, remove from the skillet and let rest for 2 minutes.
  9. Give the cream sauce a quick whisk, then drizzle generously over the salmon or serve on the side for dipping.

Notes

Pat salmon dry before cooking to ensure crispy skin. Use a hot pan and do not move the fillets too soon. Rest salmon after cooking to keep it juicy. If sauce is too thick, loosen with a splash of milk or water. For dairy-free, substitute cream and cream cheese with coconut cream and dairy-free alternatives.

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Keywords: salmon, pan-seared salmon, lemon dill cream sauce, quick dinner, easy salmon recipe, crispy salmon skin, healthy seafood

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