5.0 from 60 votes
Easy Blackened Salmon Recipe
You will absolutely love this incredibly easy-to-make and full-flavored zesty blackened salmon recipe with lemon butter sauce.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Servings: 5
Calories: 196 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American , Cajun
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1 teaspoon onion granules
- 1 teaspoon garlic granules
- 1 teaspoon dry oregano
- 1 teaspoon dry thyme
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground white pepper
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 4 tablespoons oil
- 3 8- ounce fresh salmon fillets
- optional beurre blanc sauce
Instructions
- In a small bowl mix together the salt, onion granules, garlic granules, oregano, thyme, paprika, white pepper, and cayenne pepper until combined. Set aside.
- Next, add 3 tablespoons of olive oil to a large plate and mix in 2 tablespoons of the blackened seasoning using a fork or a whisk until completely combined.
- Add the salmon fillets to the mixture and coat it thoroughly on all sides. Set aside.
- Add the 1 tablespoon of oil to a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat until it begins to lightly smoke.
- Place the blackened salmon fillets into the pan, turn the heat down to medium-low, and cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until well browned and the desired internal temperature is achieved.
- Remove the salmon from the pan and make the optional butter sauce and serve with the salmon.
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Notes
- Chef Notes:
- Make-Ahead: This recipe is meant to be eaten right away; however, you can make it up to 30 minutes ahead of time, just keep it warm before serving.
- How to Reheat: Add the desired amount of salmon to a pan and cook in the oven at 350° for 4-5 minutes or until warmed. You can also heat in the microwave until warm.
- How to Store: Cover and keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. This will freeze covered for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator for 1 day before reheating.
- You can also grill the salmon instead of cooking in a pan over medium to high heat for 3-4 minutes per side.
- Oils I prefer to use are olive, safflower, canola, or grapeseed.
Nutrition Information
Calories
196kcal
(10%)
Carbohydrates
2g
(1%)
Protein
13g
(26%)
Fat
15g
(23%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
34mg
(11%)
Sodium
959mg
(40%)
Potassium
347mg
(10%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
528IU
(11%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
21mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 196
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 196kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 34mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 959mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 347mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 528IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.