Pan-Searing Salmon
Learn how to pan-searing salmon perfectly with our detailed guide, including timing, temperature, and expert tips.
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10min
Cook Time
🌡️
Medium-High
Pan Temperature
300-350°F / 150-175°C
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0.4 lb / 6 oz / 170 g
Portion Weight
Per adult serving
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125-145°F / 50-65°C
Internal Temperature
Medium Rare to Well Done
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1Pat salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels
- 2Season both sides with salt and pepper
- 3Heat oil in pan over medium-high heat until shimmering
- 4Place salmon skin-side down, press gently for 30 seconds
- 5Cook 4 minutes without moving - skin should be crispy
- 6Flip carefully and cook 3 minutes more
- 7Check internal temperature reaches 125-145°F / 50-65°C (medium rare to well done)
- 8Serve immediately
Expert Tips for Pan-Searing
- 💡Skin should be crispy and golden
- 💡Fish should flake easily but still be moist
- 💡Don't move the fish while skin is crisping
- 💡Perfect for serving with lemon and herbs
Salmon Temperature Guide
| Doneness | Temperature | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Medium Rare | 125°F / 50°C | Translucent center, firm texture |
| Medium | 130°F / 55°C | Slightly translucent center, moist and flaky |
| Medium Well | 140°F / 60°C | Opaque with hint of pink, still moist |
| Well Done | 145°F / 65°C | Opaque throughout, flakes easily |
Salmon Safety Guidelines
Important food safety practices when handling and cooking salmon.
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Cook to proper internal temperature
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Use food thermometer
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Remember
When in doubt, use a food thermometer. It's the only reliable way to ensure your salmon is safely cooked and delicious.
Other Ways to Cook Salmon
🐟Salmon
🍞
Baking⏱️
Cook Time
15min
🔥
Oven Temperature
400°F / 205°C
🌡️
Internal Temperature
120-150°F / 50-65°C
Medium Rare to Well Done
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🐟Salmon
⚡
Air Frying⏱️
Cook Time
10min
🔥
Air Fryer Temperature
390°F / 200°C
🌡️
Internal Temperature
120-150°F / 50-65°C
Medium Rare to Well Done
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🐟Salmon
💨
Steaming⏱️
Cook Time
10min
🔥
Steam Temperature
210°F / 100°C
🌡️
Internal Temperature
120-150°F / 50-65°C
Medium Rare to Well Done
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🐟Salmon
🔥
Grilling⏱️
Cook Time
10min
🔥
Grill Temperature
Medium-High
400-450°F / 204-232°C
🌡️
Internal Temperature
120-150°F / 50-65°C
Medium Rare to Well Done
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🐟Salmon
🌡️
Sous-vide⏱️
Cook Time
1h
🔥
Cooking Temperature
125°F / 50°C
🌡️
Internal Temperature
120-150°F / 50-65°C
Medium Rare to Well Done
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