Salt And Pepper Salmon

1. 1

   Run your finger up and down the center of the salmon feeling for any pin bones.

2. 2

   Remove any that you find with a needle-nose pliers or tweezers.

3. 3

   Using a sharp knife, cut across the width of the salmon, dividing it into 4 equal portions.

4. 4

   Lightly salt the salmon and let it set a couple of minutes (this will help you get crispy skin).

5. 5

   Heat about 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over med-high heat until the oil is almost smoking.

6. 6

   Season the salmon with pepper, and rub about 1 1/2 tablespoons butter on the skin side of each fillet.

7. 7

   Add the salmon to the pan, skin side down; to get crispy skin, cook the salmon almost to completion, about 6 minutes.

8. 8

   Flip the salmon and cook 1-2 minutes or until the flesh side is nicely seared.

9. 9

   Transfer salmon to a platter and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.