Golden, crispy skin and tender, flaky salmon finished with garlic butter and fresh rosemary make this an elegant dish that’s surprisingly simple to prepare. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a meal to impress.

Ingredients

• 10 oz fresh salmon fillet, skin-on and deboned

• ¾ tsp salt

• ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp onion powder

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 3 tbsp butter, divided

• 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced, divided

• 4 sprigs fresh rosemary

Method

1. Using a sharp knife, lightly score the skin of the salmon, making shallow cuts about ½ inch apart.

Using a sharp knife, lightly score the salmon skin with shallow cuts about ½ inch apart. (Photo: Alan Smith)

2. Pat salmon dry with paper towel. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.

After scoring the salmon, season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and smoked paprika. (Photo: Alan Smith)

3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the olive oil.

Place the salmon skin-side down in the skillet. (Photo: Alan Smith)

4. Place the salmon skin-side down in the skillet. Gently press with a spatula for a few seconds to prevent skin from curling.

5. Cook for 2 minutes, then carefully flip the salmon and cook for another 1-2 minutes until lightly browned.

6. Flip the salmon back so the skin is facing down. Add 1 tablespoon of the butter, half of the sliced garlic, and rosemary sprigs to the pan.

From the skillet to the plate (Photo: Alan Smith)

7. Reduce heat to medium-low. Continue cooking for about 5 minutes, occasionally spooning the melted butter over the salmon until it is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

8. Remove the salmon from the skillet and serve immediately.

Bon Appetit! (Photo: Alan Smith)

Serving Suggestions: Pair with creamy mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, steamed asparagus, or a crisp green salad for a delicious well-balanced meal

Recipe courtesy of Shanice Gore