4.3 from 36 votes
Blackened Salmon Recipe
Buttery and flaky with a crisp charred crust, this best Blackened Salmon recipe is packed with the spicy Cajun flavors we all love! It's made the traditional way in a cast-iron skillet and ready in just 15 minutes.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings:
5
servings
Calories:
283 kcal
Course:
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
Cuisine:
American, Cajun
Ingredients
- 1 lb. salmon
- 2 Tbsp. butter salted
- 1 lemon cut into wedges
Cajun Seasoning (Blackened Seasoning)
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 1 tsp. black pepper
- ½ tsp. oregano dried
- ½ tsp. thyme dried
- ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper plus more to taste
- ¾ tsp. salt plus more to taste
Instructions
- Cut salmon into 4 fillets, leaving the skin on. Set aside while preparing the blackened seasoning mix.
- For the Blackened Seasoning: Whisk together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, oregano, thyme, cayenne pepper, and salt in a small bowl until evenly blended.
- Sprinkle the blackened seasoning mix over the salmon fillets, pressing it gently to ensure it sticks to the fish.
- Add butter to a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once melted, place salmon fillets into the skillet felsh side-down. Cook for 4-5 minutes, flip, and continue cooking for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve blackened salmon immediately with a squeeze of lemon juice, if desired.
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Notes
- Salmon: Fresh, Verlasso salmon is my pick. If you want more flavor opt for a fattier salmon variety. If using previously frozen, make sure to thaw the salmon completely and pat dry before cooking.
- Cajun seasoning: If you don't want to make your own, Emeril's, Slap Ya Mama, or Chef Paul's Magic Seasoning are good store-bought options.
- Prep: Portion the salmon into fillets 1-2 days in advance and mix up the Cajun seasoning.
- Storage: Place leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. To freeze, seal in a freezer-safe airtight container for up to 4-6 months.
Nutrition Information
Calories
283kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Protein
22g
(44%)
Fat
19g
(29%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
4g
(24%)
Monounsaturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
74mg
(25%)
Sodium
230mg
(10%)
Potassium
595mg
(13%)
Vitamin A
185IU
(4%)
Calcium
14mg
(1%)
Iron
0.9mg
(5%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 5 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 283
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 283kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 74mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 230mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 595mg | 13% |
| Vitamin A | 185IU | 4% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.