Savory Cowboy Butter Salmon
This dish brings together rich flavors and simplicity, showcasing tender salmon fillets slathered in a buttery, herb-infused sauce.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Saucepan
- Spatula
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 fillets Salmon Fillets Each fillet should weigh about 6 ounces.
- 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Melted for the cowboy butter sauce.
- 4 cloves Fresh Garlic Minced finely.
- 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley Finely chopped, for mixing and garnish.
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice Adds brightness to the dish.
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt For seasoning the salmon.
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper For seasoning the salmon.
- 1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes Optional, for added heat.
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients on a clean countertop.
- Prepare the cowboy butter by melting the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic to the saucepan and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice, and add red pepper flakes if desired. Remove from heat.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Place the salmon fillets in the skillet, skin side down, and cook for about 4-5 minutes.
- Flip the salmon fillets, reduce heat to medium, and pour half of the cowboy butter sauce over the top.
- Continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes, basting with the melted butter.
- Remove the salmon when cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Transfer to a serving plate and drizzle with remaining cowboy butter sauce. Garnish with parsley.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
For variations, consider adding capers, different herbs, or serving with various sides like quinoa or roasted vegetables.