Description
This Blackened Salmon recipe is a flavorful and spicy dish that is quick and easy to prepare. The salmon fillets are coated in a homemade blackening seasoning and pan-seared to perfection, creating a delicious crust. Serve with lemon wedges and fresh parsley for a bright and zesty finish.
Ingredients
Blackening Seasoning:
2 tablespoons paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
Salmon:
4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each), 2 tablespoons olive oil.
For Serving:
Lemon wedges, Fresh chopped parsley for garnish.
Instructions
- Prepare the Blackening Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Season the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry, brush with olive oil, and coat each fillet with the blackening seasoning.
- Cook the Salmon: Heat a skillet, cook the salmon for 3-4 minutes on each side until done.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Adjust cayenne pepper to your preference.
- Delicious served over rice, salad, or with roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
