Pan-Seared Smoked Salmon with Dill Butter

Name: Pan-Seared Smoked Salmon with Dill Butter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 ounces smoked salmon fillet; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons, finely chopped fresh dill; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 12 ounces, trimmed asparagus; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Delicate salmon fillets seared to perfection, finished with a vibrant dill butter that enhances the smoky flavor without overpowering it. Served with roasted asparagus for a balanced, elegant meal.

Cuisine: American

Category: Seafood

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 12 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

8 ounces smoked salmon fillet
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons, finely chopped fresh dill
1 teaspoon lemon juice
12 ounces, trimmed asparagus
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Pat the 8 ounces smoked salmon fillet dry with paper towels and season evenly with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Place the salmon skin-side down and cook for 3-4 minutes until the skin is crisp and golden, then flip and cook for 2 minutes until heated through.
Step 3: While salmon cooks, melt the 3 tablespoons unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat, then stir in 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill and 1 teaspoon lemon juice until combined.
Step 4: Toss the 12 ounces trimmed asparagus with 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Roast at 400°F for 12 minutes until tender-crisp.
Step 5: Transfer the salmon to a plate, top with the dill butter, and serve immediately with roasted asparagus.