Here’s a simple, flavorful way to cook a salmon steak—juicy inside with a beautiful sear outside 🐟🔥
🐟 Pan-Seared Salmon Steak
Serves: 2
Ingredients
- 2 salmon steaks (about 6–8 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
- Lemon wedges
- Fresh parsley or dill (optional)
Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the salmon
- Pat salmon steaks dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and paprika.
2️⃣ Heat the pan
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once hot, add salmon steaks.
3️⃣ Sear
- Cook 4–5 minutes on the first side without moving it.
- Flip carefully and cook another 3–4 minutes.
4️⃣ Add flavor
- Reduce heat to medium.
- Add butter and garlic to the pan.
- Spoon melted garlic butter over the salmon for 1–2 minutes.
5️⃣ Check doneness
- Salmon should flake easily with a fork.
- Internal temperature: 125–130°F (52–54°C) for medium (it will rise slightly while resting).
6️⃣ Serve
- Squeeze fresh lemon over the top.
- Garnish with parsley or dill.
🔥 Alternative: Oven-Baked Salmon Steak
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake 12–15 minutes depending on thickness.
💡 Tips
- Don’t overcook—salmon dries out quickly.
- For crispy edges, press gently with a spatula during the first minute of searing.
- Pairs perfectly with roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.
If you’d like, I can also give you a honey garlic glazed salmon steak or a blackened Cajun-style version.
