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Easy Salmon Steak

Salmon Steaks
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This easy salmon steak recipe makes perfectly seasoned, tender steaks! Add spices and spritz with lemon for a memorable meal.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 1/2 to 2 pounds salmon steaks (deboned; see this video)
  • 1/2 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon butter (or olive oil for dairy free)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus one drizzle
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice, plus a few lemon wedges

Instructions

  1. Allow the salmon steaks to stand at room temperature before cooking, about 15 to 20 minutes.*
  2. Mix the salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and cumin in a small bowl. Pat the salmon dry with a clean towel. Rub the seasoning mix on both sides of the salmon steaks.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and add the butter and olive oil. When butter is melted, add the salmon steaks and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until cooked about halfway to the center of the thick part of the salmon.
  4. Flip the salmon (a fish spatula makes easy work of it). Tilt the pan down slightly and quickly spoon the pan juices over the top of the fish a few times. Drizzle with the lemon juice and spoon the pan juices a few times again. Cook for 2 to 5 minutes, depending on the thickness, until just tender and pink at the center (the internal temperature should be between 125 to 130°F when measured in the center). Remove from the heat. Spritz with juice from a few lemon wedges and serve.

Notes

*If you prefer, you can grill the salmon steaks instead of pan searing: go to How to Grill Salmon.

Find it online: https://www.acouplecooks.com/salmon-steak/