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Crispy Garlic Butter Salmon Recipe with Lemon Dill and Capers

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A quick and easy salmon recipe featuring crispy skin and a bright garlic butter sauce with lemon, dill, and capers. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests.

Ingredients

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  • 2 skin-on salmon fillets, about 6 ounces (170g) each
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • Juice of 1 medium lemon, plus extra wedges for serving
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
  • 2 tablespoons capers, drained
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Pat the salmon dry using paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. (5 minutes)
  2. Heat a non-stick or well-seasoned cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Let it warm until it shimmers but does not smoke. (2-3 minutes)
  3. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the pan. Press gently with a spatula or tongs to prevent curling. Cook without moving for 5-6 minutes until the skin is golden and crisp.
  4. Flip the salmon and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the flesh side until just opaque but still moist inside. Use a fork to test doneness.
  5. Meanwhile, melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add minced garlic and cook gently until fragrant but not browned (about 1 minute). Remove from heat and stir in fresh lemon juice, chopped dill, and capers.
  6. Transfer salmon to plates and spoon the warm garlic butter sauce generously over each fillet. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

Pat salmon skin dry thoroughly to ensure crispiness. Use medium-high heat and avoid moving the fish until the skin releases naturally. Melt butter separately and add garlic last to avoid burning. For thicker fillets, sear on stove then finish in a 400°F oven for 5 minutes. Can substitute capers with chopped green olives or use olive oil instead of butter for dairy-free version.

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Keywords: salmon, garlic butter salmon, crispy salmon, lemon dill salmon, capers, quick salmon recipe, easy dinner, healthy salmon

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