Pan-Fried Scottish Salmon with Dill and New Potatoes

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Fresh Scottish salmon fillets pan-fried to golden perfection, served with tender new potatoes tossed in butter and fresh dill. This british-inspired seafood ready in about 35 minutes pairs halved new potatoes, unsalted butter, chopped fresh dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 British cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 1 lb halved new potatoes in a pot of salted water, bring to a boil, and simmer for 15 minutes until tender; drain and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry 4 Scottish salmon fillets with skin on, season both sides with 1 tsp sea salt and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper.
  3. Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat; add salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 5 minutes until skin is crisp and golden.
  4. Step 4: Flip the salmon carefully and cook the other side for 3 minutes until just cooked through; remove from skillet and keep warm.
  5. Step 5: Add 3 tbsp unsalted butter to the same skillet over medium heat; once melted, toss in the cooked new potatoes and 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, stirring gently to coat and heat through for 2 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Plate the salmon fillets with the dill buttered potatoes, drizzle 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice over the salmon before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Fried Scottish Salmon with Dill and New Potatoes take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Pan-Fried Scottish Salmon with Dill and New Potatoes?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep halved new potatoes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Fried Scottish Salmon with Dill and New Potatoes?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Pan-Fried Scottish Salmon with Dill and New Potatoes for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Pan-Fried Scottish Salmon with Dill and New Potatoes?

British seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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