Blackened Salmon

Yellow Chili's

Blackened Salmon is a flaky, smoky, and bold seafood dish made with salmon fillets and blackening seasoning. It pairs well with rice, salads, or roasted and baked vegetables for both lunch and dinner

Blackened Salmon

YIELD

4 Servings

TYPE

Main Course

TIME

15  minutes

LEVEL

Beginner

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In a bowl, add the following ingredients: onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, brown sugar, dried thyme, rosemary, and salt. Mix thoroughly

Season Salmon

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Place the salmon fillets on a plate and coat them evenly with olive oil. Sprinkle a generous amount of the prepared seasoning on both sides of the salmon

2

Season Salmon

Coat the salmon fillets thoroughly with the seasoning, ensuring it covers both sides of the fish

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Season Salmon

Heat seasoned cast iron skillet, add olive oil, and place salmon fillets skin-side down. Fry for 3-4 minutes until skin is crisp. Optionally, add butter for flavor.

4

Prep Blackened Salmon

Flip salmon fillets and fry flesh side for 4-5 minutes until blackened. Use a kitchen thermometer to check internal temperature, aiming for 145 °F

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Prep Blackened Salmon

Remove the Blackened Salmon from the skillet. It is now ready to be enjoyed

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Prep Blackened Salmon

Serve this flavor-packed Blackened Salmon with white rice, brown rice, quinoa, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad of your choice

Serving

7

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