Ingredients
- 2 x Salmon Fillets
- 2-4 tbsp of Garlic Butter
- 1 x teaspoon of olive oil
Method
Air Fryer Method:
- Pat the salmon dry and brush with the sauce or marinade. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Lightly grease the air fryer basket and place the salmon skin-side down.
- Air fry at 200°C (400°F) for 8–10 minutes until glazed and cooked through.
- Serve with your choice of sides.
Pan-Fry Method:
- Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
- Add the salmon, skin-side down, and cook for 3–4 minutes until crisp.
- Flip, add the sauce or marinade, and let it bubble & caramelize for another 2–3 minutes.
- Done! Serve immediately.
Pairings
Quick Bowl: Serve over a pouch of wild rice with [Simple Greens], [Dashi Greens], or [Ginger Chilli Greens] plus [Miso Soup].
Noodle Fix: Serve over high-protein noodles with [Simple Stir-Fry].
Lazy Wrap: Flake onto a tortilla with our [Simple Slaw Recipe].
Tips
- Use frozen salmon to avoid freshness stress.
- Batch-cook extra fillets for meal prep.
- Buy pre-made butter to keep things easy.
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