Gordon Ramsay Pan Fried Salmon Recipe

This easy and delicious pan-fried salmon recipe from Gordon Ramsay is quick to make and packed with flavor. The crispy skin and tender fish create a perfect combination, and with just a few simple ingredients like butter, olive oil, and thyme, it’s a flexible dish you can easily customize.

Ingredients Needed:

• 4 salmon fillets
• ½ teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter

Optional Ingredients:

• 4 lemon slices
• 2 tablespoons parsley

How To Make Pan-Fried Salmon Recipe?

1. Prepare the Salmon: Blot the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dried thyme.
2. Heat the Pan: Heat a large 30cm cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and butter, swirling to coat the pan. A nonstick skillet can also be used.
3. Cook Skin-Side Down: Once the butter foams, place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet. If using, add lemon slices. Cook for about 4 minutes, allowing the skin to become crispy and browned.
4. Flip and Continue Cooking: Flip the salmon fillets and lemon slices. Lower the heat to medium and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
5. Cook the Edges (if needed): For fillets thicker than 1.25cm, sear the edges for about 2 minutes per side until cooked through. The salmon is ready when the internal temperature reaches 63°C.
6. Serve: Transfer the salmon fillets to a plate. Drizzle with pan juices, garnish with lemon slices and chopped parsley, and serve immediately.

Recipe Tips:

• Dry the Salmon Well: Blotting the salmon with paper towels before cooking helps achieve crispier skin.
• Preheat the Pan: Make sure the pan is hot before adding the fish to ensure crispy skin and even cooking.
• Don’t Overcrowd the Pan: If cooking multiple fillets, make sure there’s enough space in the pan for each one to cook properly.
• Use Medium Heat: Start with high heat to crisp the skin, then lower it to medium to cook the salmon evenly without burning.
• Check the Internal Temperature: For perfectly cooked salmon, make sure the internal temperature reaches 63°C.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: Let the leftover salmon cool to room temperature. Then, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
• Freeze: After cooling, wrap the salmon tightly in plastic wrap or foil and place it in a freezer-safe bag or container. It can be frozen for up to 2 months.
• Reheat: Heat the salmon in a pan over low heat for 2-3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 330 kcal
• Total Fat: 23g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 71mg
• Sodium: 325mg
• Potassium: 686mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 3g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 1g
• Protein: 26g

Try More Gordon Ramsay Recipes:

• Gordon Ramsay Scrambled Eggs Salmon Recipe
• Gordon Ramsay Grilled Salmon Recipe
• Gordon Ramsay Baked Salmon Recipe