This pan seared salmon gets a beautifully golden crust while the inside is perfectly flaky. Plus it cooks in delicious chipotle and lime flavors. It's a quick entree that's ready in only 15 minutes!
¾teaspoonchipotle chile pepper, can also be called chipotle chili powder or chipotle powder
½teaspoonsalt
½teaspoonblack pepper
¼cupbutter or ghee, vegan butter also works well if wanting to stay dairy free
2tablespoonlime juice
2teaspoongarlic, minced
1tablespoonfresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Pat salmon dry with paper towels. (This will help get the skin crispy.)
Season the top of the salmon (if your salmon has skin on one side this will be the side without skin) with salt, pepper, and chipotle chile pepper. Gently press the seasonings into the salmon.
When oil is hot, place the salmon skin side up in the skillet. Sauté for 4 to 5 minutes or until the part touching the skillet has a golden brown crust.
Carefully flip the salmon so skin side is now down. Add ghee, lime juice, and minced garlic to skillet. Sauté for another 3 to 4 minutes, until salmon is opaque.
Sprinkle parsley over the salmon when you're ready to serve!
Notes
You'll find tips for perfectly pan seared salmon above this recipe card plus lots of recommendations for sides you'll enjoy with this entree.