Mama's Salmon Fillets Recipe

This recipe, passed down through generations, delivers juicy, flavorful salmon fillets with incredible ease! My mom's secret? A simple blend of Creole seasoning, lemon, and lime that elevates this dish to unforgettable heights. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's the perfect weeknight meal for salmon lovers of all skill levels.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 371.4 kcal
Protein 126g
Rating 2.0 (1 Reviews)
Mama's Salmon Fillets

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mama's Salmon Fillets

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How to Make Mama's Salmon Fillets

  1. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Place salmon fillets in the preheated skillet.
  4. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of Creole seasoning, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon of lime juice evenly over each fillet.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fillets.
  6. Remove from heat and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

8g

Carbs

0g