Blackened Salmon

This Blackened Salmon is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's absolutely bursting with flavor! Serve with a carb and a veggie for a complete, healthy dinner.

Prep Time5 mins

Cook Time10 mins

Total Time15 mins

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: blackened recipe, blackened seasoning, easy salmon recipe, healthy salmon, seared salmon, spicy salmon

Servings: people

Calories: 569kcal

Author: Jennifer Debth

Equipment

Straight Edge Saute Pan

Ingredients

2 (6 oz) filets skin-on salmon patted dry
2 tablespoons blackened seasoning
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup unsalted butter
Salt to taste
Lemon juice to taste

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Instructions

Rub salmon filets evenly with the blackened seasoning and set aside.
Place oil and butter into a large skillet and heat over medium heat until the butter is melted and hot (it should be lightly sizzling).
Once hot, add in salmon, skin side up, and cook without moving the filets, until golden and crispy, about 4-5 minutes*.
Carefully flip the fillets, cover, and continue cooking until the salmon flakes easily with a fork**, about 3-5 minutes.
Remove from the pan, taste and season with salt and lemon juice, and enjoy!
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Notes

*Reduce heat if the salmon starts to get darker than you’d like on the outside, but remember, this is a blackened recipe!

**Technically, the fish should reach 145 degrees F at the thickest point. Time will vary depending on the thickness of your salmon.

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