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Place the smoked paprika, sweet paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, black pepper, thyme, oregano, basil and cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Stir until thoroughly combined.
Brush the melted butter all over the top of the salmon fillets. Sprinkle the seasoning mix over the top of the salmon, using your hands to press the spices into the fish.
Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat. Brush the skillet with vegetable oil. Place the salmon in the skillet and cook skin side up for 3-4 minutes or until a dark brown crust forms.
Carefully flip the salmon. Reduce the heat to medium high and cook for an additional 7-8 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is opaque.
Sprinkle with parsley, then serve garnished with lemon wedges and parsley sprigs. |
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Notes: TIPS FOR THE PERFECT SALMON
Be sure to choose salmon fillets that are similar in size and thickness so that they cook at the same rate.
The traditional way to sear the salmon for this dish is to use a cast iron skillet. If you don’t have a cast iron skillet, try using a different heavy pan such as enamelware.
Watch your salmon very carefully as it sears. You want the spices to get dark brown, but not get so dark that they burn.
Serve your salmon with Cajun rice and a green veggie on the side for a healthy main course option. If you’re watching your carbs, serve the salmon over a salad. This blackened fish is also great when added to a pasta with Alfredo sauce.
This recipe is fairly mild when it comes to the heat level. If you prefer spicier salmon, feel free to increase the amount of cayenne pepper to taste.
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