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Delicious Garlic Butter Salmon in Minutes
Faiza Shabir

Delicious Garlic Butter Salmon in Minutes

This Delicious Garlic Butter Salmon cooks fast and tastes rich, buttery, and full of fresh garlic flavor. The salmon turns flaky and tender while the garlic butter sauce adds a restaurant-style finish. It’s perfect for busy weeknights and ready in under 20 minutes. Serve with rice, veggies, or a fresh salad.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets about 6 oz each
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika optional
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest optional
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley optional garnish

Method
 

  1. Pat salmon dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Place salmon skin-side down and cook 4–5 minutes until golden and crisp.
  4. Flip salmon carefully and cook another 3–4 minutes until flaky.
  5. Add butter and minced garlic to the pan and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Spoon melted garlic butter over salmon for 1–2 minutes.
  7. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle lemon zest and parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Don’t overcook salmon; remove when internal temperature reaches 125–130°F for moist results.
  • Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
  • Add red pepper flakes for a little heat.
  • Store leftovers airtight up to 2 days and reheat gently to avoid drying.

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