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How to Sear Salmon for the Crispest Skin Ever

Watch Sun Basket’s Test Kitchen demo the best technique for searing skin-on salmon.

Warm oil in a pan over high heat.

  • While the oil heats, pat the salmon fillet dry with a paper towel.
  • Season both sides of the salmon with salt and pepper.
  • When the pan is hot, add the fillet, skin side down, and press with a fish spatula for 1 minute to make sure the skin comes into even contact with the hot surface. 
  • Cook for 4 to 5 minutes. 
  • Flip and cook 2 to 4 minutes more, until the salmon is opaque and flaky. 

Salmon skin is not only delicious, but it’s also loaded to the gills with good-for-you fatty acids. 

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