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A perfectly cooked blackened salmon fillet with a crispy crust

Proven way to grow a perfect Blackened Salmon meal

This recipe guides you through creating a perfect blackened salmon meal, featuring a crispy, spicy crust and tender, flaky fish. It’s ideal for a quick and flavorful dinner that’s both healthy and satisfying.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 (6 oz each) Salmon fillets
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
Blackening Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Dried thyme
  • 0.5 tsp Dried oregano
  • 0.5 tsp Cayenne pepper
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black pepper

Equipment

  • Paper towels
  • Small bowl
  • Cast-iron skillet
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat salmon fillets dry using paper towels to ensure a crispy crust.
  2. Combine all blackening seasoning ingredients in a small bowl.
Cooking
  1. Brush salmon fillets with olive oil, then generously coat both sides with the blackening seasoning.
  2. Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat until it begins to smoke.
  3. Carefully place salmon, skin-side up, in the hot skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until a dark crust forms.
  4. Flip the salmon and cook for another 3-5 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flaky.
Serving
  1. Remove salmon from skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve immediately with your favorite sides like roasted vegetables or a fresh salad. Adjust cayenne pepper to your spice preference.