Blackened Salmon: Discover the Secret to Perfect Flavor!
A delicious and flavorful blackened salmon recipe that is easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture generously over both sides of the salmon fillets.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the salmon fillets to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the salmon is cooked through and has a blackened crust.
- Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Serve with a side of vegetables or over a bed of rice for a complete meal.
- Adjust the spice levels according to your preference.
- For extra flavor, marinate the salmon in the spice mixture for 30 minutes before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg