Pan-Fried or Baked Blackened Salmon

Try this delicious Pan-Fried or Baked Blackened Salmon for dinner and you'll see why these Cajun spices are a perfect combination with salmon. It's an incredibly flavorful dish.

5 from 1 vote

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 12

Total Time: 22

Servings: 4 Servings

Calories: 287kcal

Author :Laura Lynch

Ingredients

4 salmon fillets approx 4 ounces each
3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon cooking oil

Instructions

Season the salmon fillets with Cajun seasoning on all sides.

To pan fry salmon

Heat a flat skillet over medium high heat. Add the oil. When the oil is hot, set the salmon fillets on the skillet. Sear on one side, without touching, for 4 minutes. Flip and cook an additional 4 minutes.
Check the internal temperature of the fish. If it has reached 140°F, remove the fish from the pan. If not, turn down the heat to medium and continue cooking for 3-5 additional minutes, until the fish reaches the correct internal temperature.

To bake salmon

Preheat the oven to 375ºF. Place the salmon filets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicon mat.
Bake for 6 minutes on each side, then turn the oven on broil and move the baking sheet to the top rack. Broil for 2-3 minutes to crisp and brown the top.

Notes

Since cod fillets come in all different sizes and thicknesses, the cooking time will vary, so it is important to check the fish with a meat thermometer and cook until the center reaches 140°F.

Nutrition

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