Name: Applebee's Grill + Bars Blackened Cajun Salmon Recipe
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 4 pieces salmon fillets; 2 tbs olive oil; 2 tbs lemon juice; 2 tsp paprika; 1 tsp cayenne pepper; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp salt

In a small bowl, combine paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, black pepper, and salt. Mix well and set aside.

Make the Cajun Spice Mix

Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the fillets on both sides. Then, generously coat each fillet with the Cajun spice mix, ensuring they are evenly covered.

Prepare the Salmon

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Allow it to get hot, which will help create a nice sear on the salmon.

Heat the Pan

Once the skillet is hot, place the seasoned salmon fillets skin-side down (if skin-on) in the pan. Cook for about 4-5 minutes without moving them, allowing the spices to blacken and the fish to cook through. Flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes on the other side until cooked to your liking.

Cook the Salmon

Remove the salmon from the skillet and let it rest for a couple of minutes. Serve hot with your choice of side dishes.

Serve

salmon fillets

olive oil

lemon juice

paprika

cayenne pepper

garlic powder

onion powder

dried oregano

dried thyme

black pepper

salt

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