Blackened Salmon

Name: Blackened Salmon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: North America, Cajun
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 1 tablespoon dried thyme; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon pepper; 2-1/2 teaspoons paprika; 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each); 2 tablespoons butter

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Yield 4 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

Blackened salmon is flaky, crisp and buttery, and its bold, spicy seasoning pairs well with tacos, salads, pasta and even sandwiches.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon pepper
2-1/2 teaspoons paprika
4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
2 tablespoons butter

Directions

In a large shallow dish, combine the first 8 ingredients. Add fillets, 2 at a time, and turn to coat.
In a large skillet, cook fillets in butter over medium heat until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 4-6 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts

1 fillet: 330 calories, 22g fat (7g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 788mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 29g protein.