Pan-seared salmon with vibrant asparagus in fragrant garlic butter; quick, fresh, and satisfying meal.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fish & Seafood
01 - 4 salmon fillets (approximately 6 ounces each), skin-on or skinless
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
03 - 1 lemon, sliced
→ Sauces & Fats
04 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Aromatics & Seasonings
06 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
# How-to Steps:
01 - Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with salt and black pepper.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add asparagus and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until just crisp-tender. Transfer asparagus to a plate and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter. Place salmon fillets skin-side down if using, and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until golden and crisp. Flip carefully and cook an additional 2 to 3 minutes or until just cooked through.
04 - Add minced garlic, thyme, and remaining butter to the skillet. Sauté for 30 seconds until aromatic. Spoon melted butter over the salmon. Add lemon slices and reserved asparagus, tossing gently to coat all in the garlic butter sauce.
05 - Remove the pan from heat. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.
