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Several pieces of blackened salmon fillets on a white plate, garnished with fresh lemon wedges.

Blackened Salmon

Avatar photoRhonda Cawthorn
Sear perfectly flaky Blackened Salmon in 20 minutes! This quick recipe creates a spicy, crispy crust. It's naturally gluten-free, paleo, and low-carb.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets 6 ounces each
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon cut into wedges

Instructions
 

  • Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
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  • In a small bowl, mix together paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
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  • Rub each fillet with olive oil, then coat evenly with the spice mixture.
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  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the salmon fillets, skin-side down, and cook for 3-4 minutes until the skin is crispy.
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  • Flip the fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes on the other side or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  • Serve the salmon with fresh lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 34gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 658mgFiber: 1g
Keyword blackened salmon, salmon
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