Blackened Salmon
A flavorful and easy recipe for blackened salmon, featuring a blend of spices for a deliciously charred crust and tender interior.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil divided
- 1 large lemon cut into wedges
- 1 Tbsp smoked paprika
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine all the blackening seasoning ingredients: smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, black pepper, cayenne, oregano, and thyme. Whisk until well mixed.
- Brush the tops of the salmon fillets with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Generously sprinkle the seasoning over the tops of the fillets, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot, but not smoking.
- Carefully place the salmon fillets in the skillet seasoning-side down. Cook for about 3 to 4 minutes until a charred crust forms.
- Flip the fillets and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for drizzling.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.