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Proven way to grow a perfect Blackened Salmon meal

This recipe guides you through preparing a perfectly blackened salmon, focusing on a crispy, flavorful crust and a tender, flaky interior. It's a quick and impressive dish that's sure to please.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 2 fillets
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • paper towels
  • cast-iron skillet

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 salmon fillets
  • 2 tbsp blackening seasoning
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted

Optional Sides

  • 1 bunch asparagus
  • 2 lemon wedges

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to ensure a crispy crust.

Blackening

  • Brush both sides of each salmon fillet with melted butter, then generously coat with blackening seasoning.
  • Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat until it begins to smoke lightly, then reduce to medium-high.

Cooking

  • Carefully place the seasoned salmon fillets, skin-side up, into the hot skillet.
  • Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until a dark, crispy crust forms and the salmon easily flakes with a fork.

Serving

  • Remove from heat and serve immediately with lemon wedges and your preferred side dishes.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider marinating the salmon in the seasoning for 15-30 minutes before cooking. Ensure good ventilation when blackening, as it can produce a lot of smoke.