Description
This blackened salmon features fresh salmon fillets coated in butter and a homemade seasoning blend, then seared to create a delicious dark, savory crust. A quick, flavorful meal that is perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons sweet paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3/4 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 4 salmon fillets (about 1 1/4 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
- parsley sprigs and lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Step: Place the smoked paprika, sweet paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, black pepper, thyme, oregano, basil and cayenne pepper in a small bowl and stir until thoroughly combined.
- Step: Brush the melted butter all over the top of the salmon fillets and sprinkle the seasoning mix over the top, using your hands to press the spices into the fish.
- Step: Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat and brush the skillet with vegetable oil.
- Step: Place the salmon in the skillet and cook skin side up for 3-4 minutes or until a dark brown crust forms.
- Step: Carefully flip the salmon, reduce the heat to medium high, and cook for an additional 7-8 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is opaque.
- Step: Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve garnished with fresh lemon wedges and parsley sprigs.
Notes
Ensure salmon fillets are of similar thickness for even cooking. Cast iron is recommended for the best crust. Store leftover spice blend in an airtight container for future use.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 364 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 1025 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 116 mg
Keywords: blackened salmon, cajun salmon, seared salmon, seafood recipe, healthy dinner