Blackened Salmon Fillets

Blackened Salmon Fillets
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    25 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    3.7K

Ignite your palate with these succulent blackened salmon fillets, kissed by a fiery blend of Cajun spices. A quick and exhilarating culinary adventure awaits!

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    5 g
  • Cholesterol
    166 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    37 g
  • Saturated Fat
    17 g
  • Sodium
    1248 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    38 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View Assemble your ingredients and prepare your workspace. (5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View In a small bowl, meticulously combine the paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, salt, white pepper, black pepper, thyme, basil, and oregano. Ensure a harmonious blend for maximum flavor impact. (3 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View Generously brush both sides of each salmon fillet with 1/4 cup of the melted butter. Then, evenly coat the buttered fillets with the captivating spice mixture, pressing gently to adhere. (5 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet (cast iron is ideal), heat 2 tablespoons of the remaining melted butter over high heat until it shimmers and just begins to smoke. Carefully place the seasoned salmon fillets into the hot skillet. (2 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View Blacken the salmon, undisturbed, for 2 to 5 minutes, allowing a beautiful crust to form. The intensity of the blackening will depend on your preference. (5 minutes)

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06 Step

Recipe View Gently lift the blackened fillets, add the remaining melted butter to the skillet, and artfully flip the fillets into the buttery pool. Continue cooking until the other side is equally blackened and the fish flakes effortlessly with a fork, approximately 3 to 5 minutes. (5 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of garlic powder to the spice blend.
The key to successful blackening is a screaming hot pan. Don't be afraid of the smoke; it's part of the process!
Serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as rice, roasted vegetables, or a vibrant salad.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 1.2K Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Ronaldo Wilderman

    Be careful not to overcook the salmon, or it will be dry. I used a meat thermometer to make sure it was cooked perfectly.

  • Clementina Dibbert

    The recipe was easy to follow and the salmon cooked perfectly. I will definitely make this again.

  • Zaria Marquardt

    This recipe is amazing! The salmon was perfectly blackened and so flavorful.

  • Adolfo Kuphal

    I added a little bit of brown sugar to the spice mix for a touch of sweetness. It was delicious!

  • Nichole Barton

    I made sure to open windows and turn on the vent fan as this gets very smoky! But the end result was so worth it.

  • Shyann Casper

    I used a cast iron skillet and it worked great. The spices were spot on!

  • Caterina Weissnat

    I was worried about the spice level, but it was just right. Not too spicy, but definitely flavorful.

  • Manuela Kessler

    My family loved this! Even my picky eater devoured it.

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