Blackened Cajun Salmon (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Blackened Salmon
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4 (4-5 oz) fillets skin-on salmon
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1 1/2 tablespoons paprika
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1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt, to taste
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3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, divided
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2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Garnish
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Lemon wedges
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Fresh parsley, chopped (about 1 tablespoon)
# Instructions:
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Set salmon fillets skin-side down on work surface and pat dry. Allow to come to room temperature so butter doesn't harden.
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In small bowl, whisk together paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, black pepper, onion powder, oregano, and salt. (Or use premade Cajun seasoning.)
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Brush both sides of salmon with half the melted butter. Sprinkle generous amount of seasoning mixture over fillets to create thick layer.
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Heat large skillet on high heat with olive oil and remaining butter. Add salmon skin-side down and cook 2-4 minutes until blackened on bottom.
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Reduce heat to medium. Gently flip fillets and cook about 5 more minutes until other side is blackened and internal temperature reaches 145°F.
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Serve with lemon wedge and sprinkle of fresh parsley.
# Notes:
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Substitute all spices with premade Cajun seasoning
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Adjust cayenne pepper for desired spice level
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Pairs well with tartar sauce or aioli