Description
Succulent Texas Roadhouse salmon brings coastal flavors to your dinner table with rich, smoky seasonings and perfectly grilled fish. Crisp herbs and zesty marinade elevate this restaurant-quality dish that you can confidently prepare at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 ounces (113 grams) salmon fillets
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
Cooking Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 lemon
Instructions
- Cleanse salmon fillets under cold running water to eliminate any surface impurities. Thoroughly pat dry with paper towels to ensure optimal skin crispness.
- Create a vibrant seasoning blend by mixing salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and freshly grated lemon zest. Massage this aromatic mixture comprehensively across the salmon’s flesh surface for robust flavor infusion.
- Preheat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Drizzle olive oil and wait until it shimmers, indicating the perfect searing temperature.
- Gently position salmon fillets skin-side down in the hot skillet. Allow undisturbed cooking for 3-4 minutes until the skin transforms into a golden, crispy texture.
- Delicately flip fillets using a fish spatula. Continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes, monitoring thickness and ensuring the flesh becomes barely opaque.
- Introduce butter and minced garlic to the skillet. As butter melts, continuously spoon the fragrant mixture over the salmon. Squeeze fresh lemon juice for a bright, citrusy accent.
- Verify doneness using an instant-read thermometer, targeting 125°F for a perfect medium-rare consistency. Transfer fillets to serving plates, accompanying with a lemon wedge for an extra zesty touch.
Notes
- Select fresh, high-quality salmon fillets with firm, bright flesh for the best taste and texture.
- Pat salmon completely dry before seasoning to ensure a crispy, golden-brown exterior when searing.
- Use a cast iron skillet for even heat distribution and superior browning of the fish.
- Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of your salmon fillets to prevent overcooking.
- Customize seasoning blend by adding herbs like dill, thyme, or smoked paprika for varied flavor profiles.
- Opt for wild-caught salmon for a more robust taste and higher nutritional value compared to farm-raised options.
- Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer to guarantee perfectly cooked, moist salmon every time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg