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Crispy Skin Salmon Recipe Easy Lemon Beurre Blanc with Asparagus

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A quick and elegant salmon dish featuring perfectly crispy skin, a silky lemon beurre blanc sauce, and tender steamed asparagus. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 4 skin-on salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
  • Coarse sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or neutral oil (avocado or grapeseed)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
  • 2 tablespoons finely minced shallots
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine or white wine vinegar (60 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (30 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream or crème fraîche (30 ml)
  • 1 bunch asparagus (12–15 spears), trimmed
  • Salt for asparagus

Instructions

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season generously with coarse sea salt and freshly ground black pepper on both sides. Let rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  2. Make the lemon beurre blanc: Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add minced shallots and sauté until translucent, about 2 minutes.
  3. Pour in white wine and simmer until nearly all liquid evaporates, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Lower heat and whisk in 3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter piece by piece until emulsified and smooth.
  5. Add lemon juice and heavy cream, stir gently, and keep warm on very low heat, stirring occasionally.
  6. Trim tough ends off asparagus. Steam in a basket over simmering water for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
  7. Toss asparagus with a pat of butter and a pinch of salt immediately after steaming.
  8. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  9. Place salmon skin-side down gently in the pan. Press down lightly with a spatula for 10-15 seconds to prevent curling.
  10. Cook without moving for 5-7 minutes until skin is deep golden and releases easily from the pan.
  11. Flip carefully and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes for medium doneness.
  12. Plate asparagus, place salmon skin-side up, and spoon warm lemon beurre blanc over or alongside. Serve with fresh lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

Pat salmon dry thoroughly to ensure crispy skin. Use medium-high heat and avoid moving the fish too soon. Keep beurre blanc sauce warm on low heat and whisk if it starts to separate. Steam asparagus just until tender-crisp to maintain snap. Reheat leftovers gently to preserve texture.

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