🐟 Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon Butter Sauce (Gourmet Style)

 🛒 Ingredients:

2 salmon fillets (skin-on)

Salt & black pepper

1 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp butter

2 garlic cloves (minced)

Juice of 1 lemon

Zest of ½ lemon

2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)

¼ cup white wine (optional, for depth)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

Prepare the salmon: Pat the salmon dry with paper towels. Season well with salt and pepper.

Sear the salmon: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.

Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4–5 minutes until crispy.

Flip and cook for another 2–3 minutes.

Make the sauce: Lower the heat. Add butter and garlic, sauté briefly.

Pour in lemon juice, zest, and white wine (if using). Let it simmer.

Finish: Spoon the sauce over the salmon and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

🍽️ Plating (Restaurant Style):

Serve the salmon centered on the plate, drizzle with sauce, and pair with:

Steamed vegetables

Rice or mashed potatoes

⭐ Chef’s Touch:

Crispy skin = don’t move the salmon too early

Balance of butter + lemon gives a perfect fresh summer flavor

✨ Result:

A light yet luxurious dinner, full of bright citrus flavor and a silky buttery finish—perfect for an elegant summer night.