Description
A quick and flavorful Blackened Salmon recipe that comes together in 30 minutes, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each, skin-on or skinless)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Lemon wedges
- Fresh parsley (chopped, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Spice Mix: In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Season the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry, then brush with olive oil or melted butter on both sides. Sprinkle the spice mix on the salmon and press lightly.
- Cook the Salmon: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the salmon fillets in the skillet, flesh side down, and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side until blackened and flaky.
- Serve: Remove the salmon from the skillet and serve with lemon wedges. Optionally, sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Notes
This dish is customizable with different spices and pairs well with roasted veggies, salads, or grains.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 60mg