I make my family eat salmon once a week because it is one of the world’s healthiest foods, containing anti-inflammatory omega-3 fat. It is also one of the few food sources of Vitamin D and selenium.
It does have a stronger flavor than other fish, so some people shy away from it, especially kids. So I have tried preparing salmon countless ways to get them to like it; special sauces, cedar plank grilled, broiled, bruleed, etc. It turned out, the simplest recipe was everyone’s favorite and I no longer had to “force” them to eat it. The key? Searing the skin in a piping hot pan in a delicious heart-healthy fat!
I used duck fat because it one of healthiest fats you can eat and also the key to all of the delicious food served in French restaurants! It can be a little pricey, but I render my own when I cook duck breast. You can also use pastured bacon fat, ghee, or coconut oil.
This easy salmon recipe requires very few ingredients and barely takes 15 minutes to prepare.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Heat an oven-proof skillet on high.
Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
Add fat to pan and place salmon skin side down in it and cook for about 5 minutes until skin is browned and crispy. Gently turn fish over and cook on other side for 5 minutes.
Place entire pan in oven and bake for another 5-8 minutes until just cooked through. The secret to perfect salmon is to not over cook it.
Yes I also eat salmon often.. I will try your recipe ,