Butterfly Salmon
This easy butterfly salmon hack will turn a salmon filet into a mock salmon steak in no time. Between the presentation and ease of this hack, this is easily your new favorite way to make salmon
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
- 2 salmon filets skin is optional
- 2 tbsp all purpose seasoning
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- juice of half a lemon
On a cutting board, make a slit about 3/4 of the way through the salmon, running the whole length of the filet. Turn both sides of the salmon away from each other, almost as if you're turning it inside out
2 salmon filets
Drizzle with oil and seasonings. Massage well. To a cast iron skillet on medium high heat, sear salmon on both sides for about 3 minutes each
Toss in unsalted butter, and finish cooking the salmon in the oven on 350℉ for about 10 minutes.
Serve immediately and enjoy