Crispy-Skin Pressure Cooker Salmon Fillet
Got frozen salmon fillets? Make this 15 mins weeknight-friendly meal - Crispy-Skin Pressure Cooker Salmon Fillet Recipe. Easy, flavorful, and healthy!
- Prep time
- 5 min
- Cook time
- 10 min
- Yield
- 2 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 2 frozen salmon fillets (1 inch thick)
- 1 cup (250ml) cold running tap water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Kosher salt and Ground black pepper to Taste
Instructions
- 1
Pressure Cook Salmon Fillets: Pour 1 cup of cold running tap water in Instant Pot pressure cooker. Place the Frozen Salmon Fillets on top of a steamer rack. Close the lid and pressure cook at Low Pressure for 1 - 3 minute(s), and Quick Release. Turn off the heat. Open the lid carefully. Remove the salmon fillets and pat them really dry with paper towels.
- 2
Preheat a Skillet: Heat a skillet over medium high heat.
- 3
Season Salmon Fillets: Add a tablespoon of olive oil on the salmon skin. Season generously with kosher salt and ground black pepper.
- 4
Crisp Salmon Skin: Make sure the skillet is hot to prevent the skin from sticking to the skillet (See Notes). Place the salmon fillet skin side down for 1 – 2 minutes.
- 5
Serve Salmon Fillet: Remove the salmon fillets from the skillet and serve with your favorite side dishes. It is excellent with salad and rice.