Pan SEARED SALMON w/ LEMON BUTTER SAUCE Recipe - How to make SEAR SAMON Tutorial

Perfectly SEARED SALMON FILET... searing begins to build flavor!! And oh, what flavor it is!! This caramelized fish filet served with a spectacular LEMON SAUCE will have you thinking you're eating at a 5-star restaurant!! You'll NOT be disappointed!! Recipe below by clicking on SHOW MORE...

PAN SEARED SALMON W/ LEMON BUTTER SAUCE:

• 1 - 6 ounce Salmon Filet, rinsed & pat dried
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup white wine
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed & chilled
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon dill weed, dried
• Juice of 1/2 a fresh lemon
• 1/2 teaspoon shallot, minced
• Kosher Salt & Fresh Cracked Pepper to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon basil, dried

1. Lightly salt and pepper salmon filet. Set aside.
2. Heat a 12-inch frying pan, over medium-heat, until hot. Add oil. Gently, place seasoned Salmon Filet (skin side up) in pan. Sear Salmon for 2-3 minutes. Carefully, flip Salmon Filet (skin side down) and continue to sear for an additional 3-4 minutes.
3. Remove Salmon from frying pan to dish. Cover with tin foil to keep warm.
4. Meanwhile, wipe out excess oil from frying pan with a paper towel. Add wine, lemon juice, shallots, garlic, dried dill weed & basil. Bubble for 2-3 minutes. Add chilled butter. Continue to stir until butter has melted.
5. Spoon Lemon Sauce over Salmon. Served immediately!!

TiP: May keep SALMON FILET warm in 200 degree F. oven, wrapped in foil, up to 30 minutes. Add warm sauce before serving.

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