Salmão na manteiga com alho

Ingredientes

• 6 salmon fillets
• Salt and pepper (for seasoning)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 6 tablespoons butter
• 6 cloves garlic (minced)
• Fresh parsley leaves (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons honey
• Lemon wedges (for serving)

Modo de preparo

1. 1

   Begin by patting dry the salmon fillets with a paper towel. This helps to remove any excess moisture. Then, season the salmon generously with salt and pepper. This will add flavor to the fish.

2. 2

   Heat up the olive oil in a large non-stick pan or skillet over medium-high heat. You want the pan to be nice and hot.

3. 3

   Carefully place the salmon fillets into the pan, pressing them lightly so that the flesh makes good contact with the pan. Let them cook without moving them around for about 3 minutes. This will give the salmon a nice sear on one side.

4. 4

   After 3 minutes, flip the salmon fillets over to cook the other side. Cook them for another 3 minutes. You want the salmon to be cooked through but still tender and moist inside.

5. 5

   Remove the salmon from the pan and set it aside.

6. 6

   In the same pan, add the butter and allow it to melt. Once the butter is melted, add in the minced garlic and cook it for about a minute. This will infuse the butter with the delicious garlic flavor.

7. 7

   Now, add the honey and chopped parsley to the pan. Stir everything together.

8. 8

   Return the salmon fillets to the pan and spoon some of the buttery garlic and honey mixture over the top. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. You'll know it's done when the center of the salmon is mostly opaque. It's okay if the butter gets a little brown—it adds to the flavor.

9. 9

   Taste the dish and season it with more salt and pepper if needed.

10. 10

    Finally, give the salmon a squeeze of lemon juice for a refreshing zing before serving. Lemon wedges on the side are also a nice touch for those who want extra citrus flavor.