Pan Fried Salmon

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme
• 2 tablespoons butter (or avocado oil for dairy-free)
• 4 (skin on) 5-ounce salmon filets

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, garlic powder onion powder, smoked paprika, and thyme.

2. 2

   Dry the salmon filets with a towel. Sprinkle the seasoning blend on each salmon filet.

3. 3

   In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium high heat. Add the salmon to the skillet, skin side up.

4. 4

   Cook until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Turn the fish with a spatula and cook until it is firm to the touch and the skin is crispy, about 3 minutes more. Enjoy!