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Step 1 of 3 · Pan-Seared Salmon in 15 Minutes

Pat dry, salt, hot pan

Pat dry, salt, hot pan — step 1 of 3 in Pan-Seared Salmon in 15 Minutes. Paper-towel dry thoroughly especially skin. Salt both sides. Oil pan, heat until shimmering almost smoking.

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Paper-towel dry thoroughly especially skin. Salt both sides. Oil pan, heat until shimmering almost smoking.

Lay salmon skin-side down away from you. Press 10 seconds with spatula so skin stays flat.

You'll need

  • Fish dry
  • Pan hot
  • Skin down pressed

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