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Gordon Ramsay Pan Fried Salmon Recipe

Gordon Ramsay Pan Fried Salmon Recipe

A crispy and delicious salmon recipe by Chef Gordon Ramsay. It features a perfectly seared skin and tender, buttery flesh.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine British
Servings 2
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 fillets SALMON FILLETS
  • 1 tbsp OLIVE OIL
  • 1 tbsp BUTTER
  • 2 cloves GARLIC
  • 3 sprigs THYME
  • 1 pinch SALT
  • 1 pinch BLACK PEPPER

Instructions
 

  • Dry your salmon fillets with paper towels. Make sure they are very dry.
  • Score the skin with a sharp knife. Make shallow cuts across the skin.
  • Season both sides with salt and pepper. Push the salt into the skin cuts.
  • Heat your pan over medium-high heat. Add a splash of olive oil.
  • Place the salmon skin-side down. Press it down with your fingers to keep it flat.
  • Cook for about four to five minutes until the skin is golden and crispy.
  • Flip the salmon over gently. Add the butter, garlic, and thyme to the pan.
  • Spoon the melted butter over the fish for two minutes.
  • Remove from the pan and let it rest for one minute before serving.

Notes

Dry the skin well to ensure it stays crispy.
Use a cold pan to start for even cooking.
Press the fish down so it stays flat.
Do not overcook the salmon or it gets dry.
Baste with butter for a restaurant-style finish.
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