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Cajun Blackened Salmon Recipe

This recipe for Cajun Blackened Salmon is a family favorite, passed down from a masterful cook! Experience perfectly blackened salmon fillets with a spicy Cajun kick in just 15 minutes. Double or triple the spice blend for future use – it's that good! This recipe delivers a restaurant-quality meal with ease, leaving you with juicy, flavorful salmon every time. Impress your family and friends with this simple yet elegant dish.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 486.1 kcal
Protein 133g
Rating 4.4 (14 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cajun Blackened Salmon

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How to Make Cajun Blackened Salmon

  1. In an airtight jar, combine 2 tablespoons paprika, 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 tablespoon black pepper, 1 tablespoon dried oregano, 1 tablespoon dried thyme, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon white pepper. Shake well to blend thoroughly.
  2. Generously sprinkle the Cajun spice blend over both sides of your salmon fillets.
  3. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. The butter should be sizzling hot before adding the salmon.
  4. Carefully place the salmon fillets in the hot butter. Cook for 4-8 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the fillet. The salmon is cooked through when it flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Flip the salmon only once to achieve a proper blackened crust. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

84 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

31g

Carbs

2g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American Very Low Carbs Main Dish Seafood American Cajun Southern United States Easy Beginner Cook Salmon Fish Stove Top Dietary High Protein Low Carb Inexpensive High In Something Low In Something Saltwater Fish Equipment