John's First Date Salmon

1. 1

   Cut salmon fillet into two equal portions and brush both sides of each piece with olive oil.

2. 2

   Sprinkle flesh side with salt, pepper and dried thyme.

3. 3

   In a large skillet, heat one tablespoon olive oil and butter on medium-high until butter foams.

4. 4

   Carefully place fillets flesh-side down in skillet.

5. 5

   Cook without moving until edges begin to crisp, about 2 minutes.

6. 6

   Decrease heat to medium and cook until fillets are golden brown, about 1 minute more.

7. 7

   Turn fillets so they are skin-side down and continue cooking until medium-rare and skin is crisped, 5-7 minutes depending on their thickness.

8. 8

   Add a few additional drops of olive oil as needed to prevent sticking.

9. 9

   Remove fillets to serving plates and drizzle with balsamic vinegar.

10. 10

    Serve immediately.

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