Name: Blackened Salmon
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients: 2 Salmon fillets; 1 tablespoon Blackening spice (cajun seasoning); 2 tablespoons Olive oil; 1 tablespoon Butter; Lemon wedges for serving; Salt to taste; Black pepper to taste

Blackened Salmon

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A delicious recipe for blackened salmon that is quick, easy, and bursting with flavor from the blackening spices.

Author: ameliasweet7643
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 2 servings 1x
Category: Main Course
Method: Pan-searing
Cuisine: Seafood
Diet: Paleo

Ingredients

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2 Salmon fillets
1 tablespoon Blackening spice (cajun seasoning)
2 tablespoons Olive oil
1 tablespoon Butter
Lemon wedges for serving
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste

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Instructions

Preheat the skillet over medium-high heat.
Coat the salmon fillets with olive oil and sprinkle with blackening spice, salt, and black pepper.
Add butter to the skillet and let it melt.
Sear the salmon skin-side down for about 3-5 minutes on each side.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

For best results, ensure the skillet is hot before adding the salmon. Adjust blackening spice according to taste.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 400
Sugar: 0g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 0g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 40g
Cholesterol: 80mg

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