Blackened Salmon
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
364 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Cajun
Blackened Salmon
Description
The Blackened Salmon recipe uses a dry spice mix of smoked paprika, sweet paprika, garlic and onion powders, brown sugar, black pepper, thyme, oregano, basil, and cayenne to coat salmon fillets. The spices create a robust seasoning that crisps to a flavorful crust when seared in a hot cast iron skillet brushed with oil. Cooking skin side up first allows the crust to develop without sticking, followed by flipping to finish the cooking until the fish is tender and flakes easily.
The flavor combines smoky paprika with aromatic herbs and a gentle heat from cayenne pepper. Brown sugar introduces a subtle sweetness that balances the spices, while the butter adds richness during cooking. The result is a salmon fillet with a pronounced crust that contrasts with its moist, flaky interior. Garnishing with fresh parsley and lemon wedges adds a fresh herbal note and bright acidity to complement the savory fish.
This dish suits a straightforward preparation that focuses on the seasoning and cooking technique to bring out salmon’s natural flavors. Serving it with the lemon wedges and parsley enhances the overall presentation and flavor experience.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons paprika sweet
- 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 thyme dried
- 1/4 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1/4 teaspoon basil dried
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper or more to taste
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 4 salmon about 1 1/4 lbs, fillets
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped
- parsley sprigs and wedges for garnish
- lemon sprigs and wedges for garnish
Instructions
- 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. Stir until thoroughly combined.
- Brush the melted butter all over the top of the salmon fillets. Sprinkle the seasoning mix over the top of the salmon, using your hands to press the spices into the fish.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat. Brush the skillet with vegetable oil. Place the salmon in the skillet and cook skin side up for 3-4 minutes or until a dark brown crust forms.
- 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.
- Sprinkle with parsley, then serve garnished with lemon wedges and parsley sprigs.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 364 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 364kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 116mg | 39% |
| Sodium | 1025mg | 43% |
| Potassium | 905mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1821IU | 36% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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