Making Garlic Butter Salmon is a simple process. Follow these steps to create a delicious meal:

1. Preparation: Start by patting the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. This ensures a nice sear.
2. Season: Lightly season both sides of the salmon with salt and pepper.
3. Melt Butter: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
4. Add Garlic: Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but be careful not to burn it.
5. Almond Honey: If using, add honey and lemon juice to the skillet, stirring to combine.
6. Cook Salmon: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes, then carefully flip the salmon over.
7. Baste the Salmon: Spoon some of the garlic butter sauce over the top of the fillets while they cook for an additional 3-4 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through.
8. Check Doneness: The salmon is done when it flakes easily and is opaque in appearance.
9. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley or dill before serving.

These easy-to-follow instructions ensure you’ll have tender, flavorful salmon that’s sure to impress everyone at your dinner table.