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Blackened Salmon Fillets

Blackened Salmon Fillets

Cost $15, save $20

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 30 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Spices and Seasonings

    • 2 tablespoons ground paprika
    • 1 tablespoon ground cayenne pepper
    • 🧂 1 tablespoon onion powder
    • 🧂 2 teaspoons salt
    • ½ teaspoon ground white pepper
    • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
    • ¼ teaspoon dried basil
    • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano

  • Main Ingredients

    • 🐟 4 salmon fillets, skin and bones removed

  • Fat

    • 🧈 ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

STEPS

1

Gather all ingredients.

2

Mix paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, salt, white and black pepper, thyme, basil, and oregano together in a small bowl.

3

Brush salmon fillets on both sides with 1/4 cup butter, and sprinkle evenly with the spice mixture.

4

Heat 2 tablespoons melted butter in a large, heavy skillet over high heat. Add salmon and cook until blackened, 2 to 5 minutes.

5

Lift fillets, add remaining melted butter to the skillet, and flip fillets into the butter. Cook until the other side is blackened and fish flakes easily with a fork, 3 to 5 minutes.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

511

Calories

  • 37
    Protein
  • 5
    Carbs
  • 38
    Fats

💡 Ensure your skillet is preheated properly to high heat for optimal blackening.For a less spicy option, reduce the cayenne pepper to half a tablespoon.Pair this dish with a side of leafy greens or roasted vegetables to make it a balanced meal.Use fresh salmon fillets for best results, and ensure they are evenly cut for consistent cooking.