How to fry salmon properly and deliciously: tips and recipe from the MasterChef judge

Salmon is exactly the kind of fish that will suit all occasions. This fish is quite versatile and can be cooked in any way: baked, fried, or stewed. It is very difficult to spoil salmon, but it is possible to make it much tastier and juicier.

Famous chef and MasterChef judge Volodymyr Yaroslavskyi shared his recipe and all the nuances of delicious fried salmon. It was published on his Instagram page.

The chef suggests frying salmon using the Monier method when the fillet is poured with hot oil or butter during the frying process.

Important points:

• To get crispy and tasty skin, the expert recommends frying salmon with the skin on.
• Salt the fish immediately before frying.

• The chef recommends using only butter. After all, it has special slices that are suitable for frying and thus create a special nutty flavor.

• Be sure to make shallow cuts on the skin – this will prevent the skin from deforming the piece of fish during cooking. But it is important not to overdo it and not to make too deep cuts. Otherwise, there is a risk of overcooking the fish.
• It's a good idea to leave salmon slightly undercooked, so it remains juicy and tender. This method of frying is called medium rare and is best for fish.

How to cook salmon:

1. Heat a frying pan.
2. Pour in a little vegetable oil.
3. Put a piece of salmon skin side down and simultaneously press the piece with your fingers to the surface of the pan for about 15-20 seconds. Fry until lightly browned.
4. Add a little butter to the hot pan. It is important not to overcook the butter, otherwise it will be bitter.
5. Tilt the pan on its side and spoon the hot foaming butter over the fillets. Fry for another 4-5 minutes. The steak should be firm to the touch and slightly pressed.
6. Use a paper napkin to remove excess fat and immediately transfer the salmon to a plate, skin side up, to keep it crispy.

Serve the finished dish with tartar sauce and mashed potatoes, or drizzle with lemon juice if desired.

Earlier, nutritionist Bohdana Tarasiuk shared a universal recipe that is suitable for any fish. It was posted on Instagram.

Ingredients:

• Fish – 500 g
• Tomato – 1 pc
• Onion – 2 pieces
• Sour cream – 3-4 tbsp
• Hard cheese – 50 g
• Garlic
• Herbs and parsley
• Salt
• Pepper

Method of preparation:

1. Cut the onion into rings and place in a baking dish.
2. Peel the fish, cut it, and put it on the onion.
3. Chop the garlic and sprinkle it over the fish. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Brush with sour cream.
5. Cut the tomatoes into rings and put them on top.
6. Grate the cheese and sprinkle over the fish before or after baking.
7. Sprinkle with herbs before serving.