Brown Butter Lemon Salmon

 Prep Time: 10 minutes  Cook Time:  10 minutes

Serves: 2-4 people

12 oz fresh salmon, cut into fillets, about 1 inch in thickness

kosher salt and pepper

4 Tbsp unsalted butter

3 lemons

2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley

 

1.  Pat the salmon completely dry on both sides.  Season all over with salt and pepper. 

2.  Heat the butter in a skillet over medium heat.  After 2 to 3 minutes, brown bits should begin to form on the bottom of the pan. You don't want it to burn, so watch closely.  Place the salmon in the pan and cook on both sides, about 2 to 3 minutes per side, until flakey and opaque.  If at any time it appears that the butteris burning or getting to dark, lower the heat!

3. Slice 1 of the lemons and juice the other 2. Once the salmon if cooked through, add in the lemon slices and juice.  Increase the heat a bit so the mixture comes to a simmer.  Cook for 1 to 2 minutes.  Top with fresh parsley.  Serve immediately.