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Healthy Blackened Salmon

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  • Author: lilly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-Frying
  • Cuisine: Seafood
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

A quick and flavorful blackened salmon dish with a smoky, spicy crust, perfect for busy weeknights. Ready in under 30 minutes!


Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon wedges for serving


Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
  2. Rub the spice mixture over both sides of each salmon fillet.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the salmon fillets to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and blackened.
  5. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

Always pat the salmon dry before seasoning. Let cooked salmon rest for a few minutes before serving to retain moisture.