Name: Easy Fried Salmon
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: kosher salt and ground black pepper; 4 (5 ounce) center-cut salmon fillets; 2 tablespoons olive oil

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Grilled Salmon Fillets

Ingredients

4 (5 ounce) center-cut salmon fillets
2 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Season the salmon fillets generously with kosher salt and ground black pepper on both sides.
In a nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat.
Place the salmon fillets skin-side up in the skillet and cook for about 4 minutes until golden brown.
Using a spatula, gently flip the fillets over and cook for another 3 minutes, or until the salmon feels firm to the touch and the skin becomes crispy.
Season with additional salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Recipe Tip

You can adjust the recipe by using as many salmon fillets as needed. Just ensure the skillet can accommodate them comfortably for even cooking.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories	288
Total Fat	20g
Saturated Fat	4g
Cholesterol	70mg
Sodium	168mg
Protein	25g
Vitamin C	4mg
Calcium	17mg
Iron	0mg
Potassium	425mg

Servings Per Recipe: 4

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is based on available data. If you have dietary restrictions, please consult your doctor or dietitian before preparing this recipe.

Comments

easternlily2

10/06/2025 01:52:54 PM

I made this and my husband and I really liked it. I did follow the recipe however I added a few other spices. After I added the olive oil to the skillet, I also added a shake of salt, tiny bit of black pepper, a shake of dry basil and a shake of garlic powder. I then added the 3 - 6oz salmon filets to the skillet. I repeated the same added spices this time over the 3 salmon filets. I cooked 8 minutes, then turned the filets and cooked 5-7 minutes . I’ll make this again soon.

Bobby

09/25/2025 12:51:50 AM

I love bake salmon, want to try fried. So I choose this recipe, it looks so gd, thanks for for sharing

James Martin

04/06/2024 06:17:54 PM

This is hands-down one of the best things I’ve cooked.

Maria Cruz

03/19/2024 02:42:06 PM

Made it for dinner and it disappeared.

Betty Garcia

02/02/2024 08:13:05 PM

This one’s staying in my saved folder forever.

Elizabeth Jarzombek

07/29/2023 02:16:39 PM

SO easy and SO yummy! This is going in our favorites!

FlashyMelon8232

05/21/2023 04:54:56 AM

It was good I used olive oil and salt and pepper

Thomas Nelson

01/08/2023 07:24:39 PM

Everyone raved about it — no leftovers.

France Cevallos

10/04/2021 12:27:39 AM

A good, basic method for those needing guidance in how to cook salmon, or if you need to precook salmon for another recipe. You could totally use whatever seasonings you prefer. The cook time was spot on for 3/4" thick filets, BUT you really need to cook them at medium, not medium-low, to get any sort of color.

Beckyk FL

05/13/2021 07:18:41 AM

Sometimes I change up the seasoning and instead of salt and pepper, I'll use Old Bay seasoning, or Dill and garlic powder. Just depends on what mood I'm in when at the spice rack! Cooking method is same as the recipe and always turns out great!