Jul 14 2026

Blackened Salmon Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

Indulge in our Blackened Salmon, a succulent fillet expertly seasoned with a blend of bold spices and seared to perfection. Each bite delivers a mouthwatering contrast of crispy, smoky crust and tender, flaky fish, served atop a bed of vibrant seasonal vegetables and drizzled with a zesty lemon beurre blanc. A delightful dish that promises to elevate your dining experience!

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the spice rub

    In a small bowl, mix together paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt until well combined.

  2. 2

    Season the salmon

    Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Rub the olive oil over the fillets, then coat each fillet generously with the spice rub on both sides.

  3. 3

    Heat the skillet

    Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until it's very hot, about 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Cook the salmon

    Place the seasoned salmon fillets in the hot skillet, skin-side down. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy, then flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Remove the salmon from the skillet and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

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