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Crispy Skin Salmon
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets, skin on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
- In a small bowl, mix together the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Rub the spice mixture evenly onto the skin side of the salmon fillets.
- Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully place the salmon fillets in the skillet, skin side down.
- Cook for 4-5 minutes without moving the fillets, until the skin is crispy and the salmon is cooked about three-quarters of the way through.
- Carefully flip the fillets and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the salmon reaches your desired level of doneness.
- Remove the salmon from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the crispy skin salmon hot, with your choice of side dishes. Enjoy!
Crispy Skin Salmon has a rich history dating back to the Pacific Northwest, where indigenous tribes first perfected the art of cooking salmon over open flames. This dish gained popularity in the culinary world due to its delicate balance of crispy skin and tender, flaky flesh. Renowned chefs like Gordon Ramsay and Jamie Oliver have elevated the dish with their unique preparations, drawing inspiration from both traditional and modern cooking techniques. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in upscale seafood restaurants in coastal regions, where fresh, high-quality salmon is readily available. The key to achieving the perfect Crispy Skin Salmon lies in the precise cooking time and temperature, as well as the quality of the salmon itself. Whether pan-seared, grilled, or oven-baked, the crispy skin is the star of this dish, offering a delightful contrast to the succulent salmon beneath.
20 min
4
300 calories
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