Easy Blackened Salmon Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons smoked paprika (or use regular paprika)
• 1 tablespoon cayenne powder (use more for a spicier blend)
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• ½ teaspoon dried basil
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each, skinless)
• ¼ cup butter (melted)

Steps

1. 1

   Mix all of the blackening spices together in a small bowl. Make sure it is blended evenly.

2. 2

   Brush one side of each salmon fillet generously with melted butter.

3. 3

   Generously spoon on the blackening seasoning.

4. 4

   Heat a large cast iron skillet to high heat and add the salmon fillets, buttery-seasoned side down. Cook 3-5 minutes to blacken.

5. 5

   Brush or drizzle on the remaining butter, then generously add more seasoning.

6. 6

   Flip the salmon and cook another 2-3 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flaky. Serve.