I asked my daughter to take a bite of this recipe without her knowing what it was. She said, “OMG! That’s really really good.” And then I told her it was fish and she denied she ever liked it. Kids. Am I right? This is a magical recipe. It will turn fish haters into fish lovers. Beyond that, it is done in less than 30 minutes and is less than 300 calories per serving. Absolute perfection.
Heat the skillet. Do not add anything to the skillet while it is preheating. It should be smoking when ready. Again, no oil should be added. Season the salmon. Mix the Cajun seasoning with the oil. Rub it all over the salmon filets.Fry the salmon. Add the seasoned filets to the hot skillet, cooking for one to two minutes on each side.Bake the salmon. Transfer the skillet to the oven bake them until cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to ensure they are done.
PaprikaSaltOnion PowderGarlic PowderBlack PepperThymeOreganoCayenne PepperRed Pepper Flakes
I love that I typically always have these seasonings on hand. When combined they make such a great seasoning that I use in so many different recipes. Find the full measurements in the recipe card below. Another great option is to go to the fish counter of your grocery store and ask them to cut four four-ounce filets for you. This is a good way to get pieces that are even in thickness and size and get the exact amount you need. The best way to cook salmon is to invest in an instant read thermometer. At the 10 minute mark, you can start checking the temperature of the salmon and pull it out right at 145 degrees Fahrenheit. This is my favorite instant read thermometer which can be left in the oven with the salmon while it bakes. You can also tell salmon is done by its texture. When you push down very gently with a fork, it should flake apart easily.
This salmon is delicious by itself or with rice and a fresh chopped salad. Add this blackened salmon as the protein star to an entree salad like this Caesar Salad.Make blackened salmon tacos by putting this delicious meat in tortillas with fresh veggies and The Best Pico de Gallo Recipe. It would taste delicious in pasta, like with my Fettuccine Alfredo recipe. The opportunities are endless for this delicious salmon recipe.
Eat any leftovers within 24 hours of making them.Note that reheated salmon will not be as delicious as the original.Reheat the salmon in the oven, not the microwave.Use low heat when reheating. This salmon should be reheated at 250 degrees in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until it reaches 125 degrees.This leftover salmon can be eaten cold. This is how I prefer to eat any leftovers of this recipe.
