Blackened Salmon

Blackened Salmon

from whatmollymade.com
15 min
4 servings

This blackened salmon will be on the table in under 20 minutes! Coat fresh salmon filets in a blend of bold spices and pan seared until tender and flaky. Customize your spice level and serve this easy dinner with rice, over a salad or in tacos.

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter, ghee, olive oil or avocado oil (see notes)
  • 4 (6 ounce) skin-on salmon filets
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter, ghee or avocado/oil oil
  • Juice from 1/2 a lemon
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Directions

  1. 1

    Place all of the spices in a shallow bowl or dish. Pat the salmon dry with paper towels and spread the melted butter or oil on the top.

  2. 2

    Heat a large heavy-bottomed skillet or cast-iron skillet over high heat and brush lightly with the same butter or oil used to coat the salmon. You’l know the pan is hot enough when a drop of water sizzles on the surface. Once it’s hot, place the salmon fillets flesh and seasoning side down. Allow them to cook over high heat for 2-3 minutes without moving. It’s okay to peek at a corner, but try not to lift of the salmon to look.