Garlic Butter Salmon Steak
This Garlic Butter Salmon Steak recipe is quick, simple, and loaded with flavor from the homemade compound butter. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s perfect for an easy weeknight meal, but elegant enough for a special occasion.
Servings: 3 people
Ingredients
For the compound butter
- 3 tablespoons salted butter softened
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs chives and parsley, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the salmon
- 3 1-inch thick salmon steaks
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and fresh ground black pepper
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, fresh herbs, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
- Pat the salmon steaks dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides of each salmon steak with salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Place the salmon steaks in the hot skillet and sear undisturbed for 3-5 minutes on each side without flipping or moving. Adjust cooking time based on thickness.
- After flipping the salmon, add the butter mixture to the pan and spoon it over the fish as it cooks.
- The salmon is ready when the center turns opaque and easily flakes apart. Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over the fish when serving.
Notes
- Bringing the butter to room temperature will make it easier to mix in the garlic and herbs.
- Pat the salmon fillets very dry with a paper towel to absorb any excess moisture.
- Buy salmon steaks that are similar in size and thickness, so they cook evenly.
- For the best sear, make sure the oil is hot (but not smoking) before adding the salmon.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/3 | Calories: 361kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 22g | Cholesterol: 97mg