Cajun Salmon Recipe
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Instructions
Prep salmon
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and set aside.
Lemon juice
Squeeze lemon juice over the fillets.
Paprika
Sprinkle paprika evenly on both sides of the fillets.
Garlic powder
Sprinkle garlic powder evenly over the fillets.
Onion powder
Sprinkle onion powder evenly over the fillets.
Thyme
Sprinkle dried thyme over the fillets.
Oregano
Sprinkle dried oregano over the fillets.
Cayenne pepper
Sprinkle cayenne pepper lightly over the fillets, adjusting heat to taste.
Salt
Season with salt to taste.
Black pepper
Season with black pepper to taste.
Rest
Gently press the spices into the flesh so they adhere; let stand 5-10 minutes to meld flavors.
Cook
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a small amount of oil. Cook the salmon 3-4 minutes per side until just opaque in the center.
Serve
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.