Description
Savor the bold flavors of blackened salmon with a crispy crust and tender interior, perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- Key Ingredients:
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp blackening spice blend (paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, thyme)
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Instructions:
- 1. Preheat Your Pan: Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until very hot.
- 2. Prepare the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Drizzle olive oil over them, then rub in the blackening spice blend evenly on both sides.
- 3. Sear the Salmon: Place the seasoned fillets skin-side down in the hot skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
- 4. Flip and Finish: Gently flip the fillets using a spatula. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until they reach your desired doneness.
- 5. Serve with Lemon: Transfer to plates and serve with fresh lemon wedges on the side. Squeeze lemon juice over each piece before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg