Blackened Salmon is a classic and easy way to enjoy salmon, and the spices in this recipe add a flavorful Cajun twist! This fish is perfectly seasoned with additions like smoky paprika, spicy cayenne powder, and earthy dried thyme. Blackened Salmon is so juicy, savory, and delicious, it will become your go-to fish recipe, especially during the week!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons ground paprika
- 1 tablespoon ground cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 4 salmon fillets, skin and bones removed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted, divided
Directions
Step 1 –In a small mixing bowl, add the paprika, the cayenne, the onion powder, the salt, the white pepper, the black pepper, the thyme, the oregano, and the basil.
Step 2 –Brush the salmon fillets on both sides with 1/4 cup of the butter.
Step 3 –Sprinkle the fillets evenly with the spice mixture.
Step 4 –Drizzle 1/2 of the remaining butter on one side of each of the salmon fillets.
Step 5 –In a large, heavy skillet over high heat, cook the fillets, placing the salmon butter-side down, until blackened, about 2-5 minutes.
Step 6 –Turn the fillets and drizzle with the remaining butter.
Step 7 –Continue cooking until the salmon has blackened, the fish easily flakes apart with a fork, and reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F when tested with a thermometer.
Step 8 –Serve hot.
