Public Recipe
Pan-Seared Salmon With Avocado
American
Serves 1
American
Ingredients
Servings
1
- 1 piece salmon fillet — skin on (main protein)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (cooking fat)
- salt (seasoning)
- black pepper (seasoning)
- 0.5 piece avocado — sliced (garnish)
Mise en Place
0/4Process
1
sear salmon
- 1.Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 2.Season the salmon fillet generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 3.Place the salmon fillet, skin-side down, into the hot skillet.
- 4.Sear for 4-5 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
- 5.Flip the salmon and cook for another 2-4 minutes, depending on desired doneness.
- 6.Remove from heat.
Plating
- Place the seared salmon fillet on a plate.
- Arrange the sliced avocado alongside the salmon.
Sensory Checks
Check
Salmon should be cooked through but still moist and flaky.
Texture
Skin should be crispy and golden brown.
Common Errors
- ⚠ Overcooking the salmon, which can make it dry.
- ⚠ Not getting the pan hot enough, leading to sticking and uneven searing.
Notes
- The cooking time for the salmon will vary depending on the thickness of the fillet and your preferred level of doneness.
- For a more flavorful dish, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice over the salmon before serving.
Nutrition
Per 1 fillet
Calories: 350
Protein: 30g
Fat: 25g
Carbs: 5g
Amanah Compilation
Engine: Amanah Engine v1.0
Structural completeness: 90%
Flagged:
- Exact amount of salt and pepper not specified, assumed to be 'to taste'.
- Exact cooking time for salmon is an estimate and depends on thickness and desired doneness.