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Keto Crispy Skin Salmon with Hollandaise Sauce

This Keto Crispy Skin Salmon with Hollandaise Sauce is a sumptuous meal that perfectly aligns with your low-carb, high-fat dietary goals. The salmon, with its rich, omega-3-laden oils, crisps up beautifully in the pan, while the creamy hollandaise sauce adds a luxurious touch that's sure to satisfy your palate.
Course Dinner
Cuisine French-inspired
Keyword Crispy Skin Salmon, Keto Dinner, Keto Salmon Recipe, Low Carb Hollandaise Sauce
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 485kcal

Equipment

  • Non-stick skillet
  • Heatproof bowl
  • Whisk
  • Paper towels
  • Measuring spoons

Ingredients

For the Salmon

  • 4 fillets salmon 6 ounces each / 170 grams
  • 1 tbsp olive oil 15 ml
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Hollandaise Sauce

  • 3 egg yolks large
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice 15 ml
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted, 113 grams / 4 ounces
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Begin by patting the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. This will help achieve a crisper skin. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
  • Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and golden. Avoid moving the salmon to ensure the skin crisps up well.
  • Carefully flip the fillets, and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked to your desired doneness.
  • While the salmon is cooking, prepare the hollandaise sauce. In a heatproof bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and lemon juice until the mixture is well combined and slightly thickened.
  • Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method), ensuring the water doesn't touch the bottom of the bowl. Continue to whisk the yolks, slowly drizzling in the melted butter until the sauce thickens and doubles in volume.
  • Remove the sauce from heat, and whisk in cayenne pepper and salt. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
  • Once the salmon is cooked, transfer it to a serving plate, skin-side up to maintain crispiness.
  • Drizzle the hollandaise sauce generously over the salmon fillets.
  • Serve immediately, with a side of steamed asparagus or a fresh green salad for a complete keto-friendly meal.

Notes

Ensure your salmon is at room temperature before cooking to avoid overcooking the exterior while trying to cook the interior.
For the hollandaise sauce, keep the heat low to prevent the eggs from scrambling. If the sauce gets too thick, you can thin it with a teaspoon or two of warm water.

Nutrition

Calories: 485kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.5g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 38g | Net Carbs: 0.5g