Ingredients
4 (6-oz.) salmon fillets
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp. butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp. all-purpose flour
1 1/4 c. heavy cream
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
2 tbsp. chopped dill
Crushed red pepper flakes
Preparation
Step 1Season salmon all over with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add salmon, skin side-up, and cook until golden and seared, 6 minutes. Flip and cook until skin is crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove salmon from skillet and transfer to a plate. Step 2Reduce heat to medium, and melt butter. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds, then stir in flour and cook 30 seconds more. Whisk in heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and let thicken slightly, 2 to 4 minutes. Stir in lemon zest and juice and dill. Season with salt and pepper then return salmon to skillet and let simmer in sauce for 1 minute.Step 3Garnish with crushed red pepper flakes before serving.
If you’re trying to eat healthier, try our baked Garlic Butter Salmon instead. (Don’t worry, there’s not actually a ton of butter.)
