Blackened Salmon
A quick and flavorful dish featuring salmon fillets coated with a spicy blend of seasonings, perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Mix the Spice Harmony: In a small bowl, mix together paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Rub the spice mixture generously over both sides of each fillet.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Add the salmon fillets skin-side down. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until a dark crust forms.
- Flip the fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until they are opaque and flaky.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
Serve with a light salad, roasted veggies, or a grain for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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