Pan-Fried Wild Salmon Recipe

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This quick and easy pan-fried wild salmon recipe is a delicious, healthy meal perfect for seafood lovers. It delivers crispy skin with tender, flavorful salmon and only requires a few simple ingredients. Great for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Servings: 2

Ingredients:

  • 2 (3 oz) wild salmon fillets, skin on
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions:

  1. Prepare Salmon: Rinse the salmon fillets and pat them completely dry with paper towels. Season both sides with sea salt.
  2. Cook the Salmon: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the fillets skin-side up in the hot oil. Cook until the flesh turns golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Flip and cook until the skin is slightly crispy, another 5 minutes.
  3. Crisp the Skin: Remove the fillets from the skillet. Fry the skin in the remaining drippings until crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Serve the crispy skin with the salmon for extra flavor.

This pan-fried wild salmon recipe pairs perfectly with roasted vegetables or a light salad for a nutritious meal.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 241 | Fat: 19g | Protein: 18g | Sodium: 195mg | Potassium: 302mg

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