Description
This Butter Herb Instant Pot Salmon recipe offers a quick and delicious way to prepare tender, flavorful salmon using the Instant Pot. Infused with garlic, fresh herbs, and butter, this method steams the salmon gently to preserve its moisture and taste, making it an ideal healthy weeknight meal ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon and Liquid
- 1 ½ lb salmon (fresh or frozen, fillets or whole piece)
- ¾ cup water
Herb Butter Seasoning
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 ½ teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
- ½ tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or ½ teaspoon dried dill)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
Optional
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Instant Pot: Pour ¾ cup water into the Instant Pot and place the steam rack inside. Lightly spray the rack with cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- Season Salmon: Place the salmon on the rack. Evenly season it with the sea salt, black pepper, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, and dill. Cut the butter into small pieces and distribute it evenly over the salmon surface.
- Pressure Cook: Close and lock the Instant Pot lid, ensuring the valve is set to sealing. Pressure cook on manual/high pressure for 5 to 6 minutes if the salmon is frozen, or 3 to 4 minutes if it is fresh.
- Release Pressure: Once the cooking time is complete, perform a quick release by turning the valve to venting to release all the steam safely.
- Serve: Carefully remove the salmon from the pot. Serve immediately with optional lemon wedges. Store any leftovers refrigerated for up to 3 to 4 days.
Notes
- If using frozen salmon, adjust cooking time accordingly to ensure thorough cooking.
- Herb quantities can be adjusted based on personal preference or availability.
- Butter can be substituted with olive oil for a lighter option.
- Use fresh herbs whenever possible for more vibrant flavor.
- Ensure proper sealing of the Instant Pot lid to build pressure effectively.
- Lemon wedges add a bright contrast but are optional.
