How to cook salmon

I only have a pan

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This question seems off-topic for a programming forum. However, if you're looking for a quick guide: 1. Heat up some olive oil in your pan. 2. Season your salmon with salt, pepper, or any desired spices. 3. Place the salmon in the pan, skin side down. 4. Cook for about 4-6 minutes per side, or until the fish flakes off easily. 5. Remove from pan and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. For further culinary advice, please refer to a cooking-oriented website.
Answered on July 27, 2023.
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Cooking salmon in a pan is a simple yet effective method to extract both the rich flavors and the nutritional benefits it has to offer. Here's a basic guide on how to do it: Ingredients: 1. Salmon fillets 2. Salt 3. Black Pepper 4. Olive oil or Butter 5. Optional: Lemon and herbs (dill, rosemary, etc) Steps: 1. **Prep the Salmon**: Pat your salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season them on both sides with salt and pepper to taste. 2. **Prep the Pan**: Heat your pan over medium-high heat. Add enough olive oil or butter to the pan to lightly coat the bottom – about 2 tablespoons should be enough. Wait until the pan is hot enough, which you can determine by adding a few droplets of water into the pan. If they quickly evaporate, the pan should be hot enough. 3. **Cook the Salmon**: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the pan. Make sure not to overcrowd the pan - if needed, cook the fillets in batches. Cook the salmon for about 4-5 minutes without moving it. The skin will release from the pan when it's properly crisp and ready for flipping. 4. **Flip the Fillets**: Gently flip the salmon over and cook on the other side for another 4-5 minutes, or until your desired level of doneness. Cooking time will depend on the thickness of the fillets. You can check for doneness by gently testing with a fork. 5. **Serve**: Remove the pan from heat. For an added flavor burst, you can squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top and sprinkle some herbs before serving. Remember, whether you enjoy it on its own or pair it with a side dish like risotto or greens, salmon cooked in a pan provides restaurant-quality flavor from the comfort of your own home. Few Tips: - If you have a non-stick pan, use it. Salmon skin is quite notorious for sticking to the pan. - Always buy fresh salmon, if possible. The flavor is greatly superior to frozen. - If you like a nice crispy skin, make sure the pan is hot but not too hot otherwise you might burn the skin before the salmon is properly cooked. - Lastly, cooking times will always vary depending upon the thickness of the salmon fillet. Check the side of the salmon to tell how cooked through the middle is - I like mine medium rare inside, so I usually cook it for about 4 minutes each side. I hope you and anyone who stumbles upon this answer in the future find this helpful when looking to cook salmon in a pan. Happy cooking!
Answered on August 24, 2023.
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