Blackened Cajun Salmon

Blackened Cajun Salmon is a quick and easy weeknight dinner that's full of flavor. The salmon is coated in a flavorful blend of Cajun spices, then cooked skin-side down in a hot skillet until the skin is blackened and crispy. The flesh of the salmon remains moist and flaky, while the skin takes on a wonderfully crispy texture. Serve the salmon with your favorite sides, such as rice, roasted vegetables, or a green salad.

Blackened Cajun Salmon is a dish that originated in the Cajun region of Louisiana. It is typically made with redfish, but can also be made with other types of fish, such as salmon. The salmon is coated in a flavorful blend of Cajun spices, then cooked skin-side down in a hot skillet until the skin is blackened and crispy. The flesh of the salmon remains moist and flaky, while the skin takes on a wonderfully crispy texture.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 2 salmon fillets
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, mix together paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt to create the Cajun seasoning.
2. Rub the Cajun seasoning evenly over both sides of the salmon fillets.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Once the skillet is hot, add the salmon fillets skin-side down.
5. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the salmon is blackened and cooked through.
6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Why It Works

• The Cajun spices give the salmon a wonderful flavor.
• Cooking the salmon skin-side down helps to create a crispy skin.
• The high heat of the skillet helps to cook the salmon quickly, so that the flesh remains moist and flaky.