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Gordon Ramsay Crispy Skin Salmon Recipe

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A restaurant-quality crispy skin salmon inspired by Gordon Ramsay, featuring tender, flaky fish with perfectly golden, crisp skin and simple, fresh flavors.

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin on
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2–3 fresh thyme sprigs or 1 small rosemary sprig
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Remove the salmon from the refrigerator 15–20 minutes before cooking to bring it closer to room temperature.
  2. Pat the salmon skin very dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness.
  3. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
  4. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
  5. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the hot pan, pressing gently with a spatula for the first 20–30 seconds to prevent curling.
  6. Cook mostly on the skin side for 4–5 minutes until the skin is deeply golden and crispy.
  7. Reduce the heat slightly, then add butter, crushed garlic, and fresh thyme or rosemary to the pan.
  8. Tilt the pan and baste the salmon with the melted butter for 1–2 minutes.
  9. Flip the salmon and cook for an additional 30–60 seconds, depending on thickness.
  10. Remove from the pan and let rest for a few minutes before serving with fresh lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Ensure the salmon skin is completely dry before cooking for maximum crispiness.
  • Cook skin-side down for most of the cooking time and avoid moving it too much.
  • For thicker fillets, finish cooking in a 375°F oven for 3–5 minutes.
  • A splash of white wine can be added before basting for extra flavor.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat to preserve texture.

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