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Blackened Salmon

5 from 3 votes
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Cuisine: Western
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Be My Recipe

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets 1.2 lb or 520 grams
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp garlic granules or 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp sea salt or 1 tsp fine salt
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • a pinch of cayenne pepper
  • 1 tbsp sunflower oil or light olive oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • one lemon
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley for garnishing at the end

Instructions

  • Mix the spices (paprika, thyme, oregano, garlic granules/powder, salt, cayenne pepper, and black pepper).
  • Pat dry the salmon fillets. I’m using skin-on fillets (but you can also use skinless salmon fillets).
  • Season the fillets on both sides with the spices mixture using all the spices (just under 1 tsp of the seasoning on each side).
  • To a pan, over medium heat, add the oil. Once the oil is hot, add the salmon fillets (skin-side down).
  • Cook the salmon to your preference. If using skin-on salmon fillets (of about 4.5oz/130g each), I cook them for about 4-5 minutes skin side down and then flip and cook for another 2 minutes. If using skinless salmon fillets (of about 4.5oz/130g each), I cook them for 3-4 minutes on each side. The exact time will depend on the thickness of your fillets and your preference on how cooked you like your salmon.
  • Add the butter and the fresh parsley.
  • Serve the salmon with lemon wedges.