Easy Blackened Salmon
This blackened salmon recipe is really simple to make, and the bold spice blend is so tantalizing! It's ready in under half an hour, and the fish comes out flaky and perfect.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh salmon
- 3 tablespoons blackened seasoning my version is linked, or use store bought
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- For serving: lemon or lime wedges optional, to taste
Instructions
- Take the salmon out of the fridge 15-20 minutes before starting the recipe if you can. Cut the salmon into 4 equal pieces and pat it dry with paper towels. Season each piece all over with the blackened seasoning.
- Add the butter and olive oil to a skillet over medium-high heat. Let the skillet heat up for a few minutes.
- Cook the salmon (skin-side down) for 5 minutes, then reduce the heat to medium and flip it over and cook for another 2-4 minutes or until it's cooked through (it'll take a little longer if your salmon is more than 1" thick, and less if thinner than 1").
Notes
- I typically buy Atlantic salmon that's about 1" thick. If using skinless salmon or wild salmon, reduce the cooking time and keep a close eye on it. If you're not a fan of the skin (it's crispy and delicious if you eat it right away), it's easy to peel off once it's cooked.
Nutrition
Calories: 242kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.01g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 77mg | Sodium: 894mg | Potassium: 557mg | Sugar: 0.01g | Vitamin A: 220IU | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg
