Best 5 Cajun Blackened Salmon Recipes
Cajun blackened salmon is a popular dish that combines the bold flavors of Cajun seasoning with the delicate taste of salmon. This flavorful dish can be prepared quickly and easily, making it a great option for busy weeknight dinners or special occasions. The blackened salmon is typically served with a variety of sides, such as rice, vegetables, or potatoes.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
CAJUN BLACKENED SALMON RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: olive oil, salmon fillets, paprika, dried oregano, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, salt, pepper, avocados, mango, red onion, red chili, fresh parsley, salt, pepper, olive oil, lime juice
Provided by Chloe Olivia Morgan
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine all the Cajun spice rub ingredients and stir.
- Place the salmon fillets on a cutting board and rub the olive oil over all sides of the salmon fillets.
- Sprinkle the spice rub over the salmon, using your hands to ensure all sides are covered.
- Cook on a BBQ over a medium to high heat for 2 minutes per side. The outside should start to blacken and crisp, leaving the salmon juicy inside.
- Once the salmon is cooked set aside.
- In a large bowl, add all of the salsa ingredients and stir well.
- Serve the salmon with an extra sprinkling of parsley alongside the salsa.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 566 calories, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 38 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 28 grams, Sugar 15 grams
CAJUN BLACKENED SALMON
Yet another recipe from my mother-in-law, who is probably the best cook that I personally know. This is, hands down, our favourite way to eat salmon in our house - and we eat a lot of it! The spice portion can be doubled and stored for later - I typically double or triple the recipe and store it in an airtight jar so that it is available whenever I want it.
Provided by cyaos
Categories Cajun
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix together spices in an airtight jar and shake until well blended.
- Sprinkle cajun spice liberally over salmon fillets on both sides.
- Melt butter in a large pan over medium high heat until sizzling hot.
- Place salmon fillets in butter and cook each side 4-8 minutes, depending on the size of the fillet. Be sure to cook one whole side before flipping to blacken properly.
THE BEST CAJUN BLACKENED SALMON EVER.
We eat a lot of salmon (at least once a week) and this is by far my favorite way of preparing it. It's really quite simple, and the end result is so delicious. The sweetness of the apple juice/white wine combined with the spiciness of the Cajun seasoning is amazing. The blackened texture of the fish is also great. Not your typical boring salmon!
Provided by likeamystic
Categories Cajun
Time 15m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Melt butter over medium high heat. Stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons (depending on how spicy you like it) of Cajun's Choice Blackened Seasoning and garlic. Stir constantly for 1 minute to blend flavors. Slow the cooking of the butter and the garlic by adding wine. Stir constantly and cook for 1 minute. Add fish fillets and cook until fish flakes apart. Squeeze lemon over fish and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.6, Fat 25.4, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 164, Sodium 279.2, Carbohydrate 14.4, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 6.8, Protein 46.5
CAJUN BLACKENED SALMON
This is a great way to grill salmon. It's easy and quick to prepare (no marinating, no resting time). The salmon blackens so nicely and gives a smoky tone that's a perfect match for the tasty seasoning blend. Be sure to skin the salmon, otherwise the seasoning rub will stick to the skin (instead of the salmon meat) and is...
Provided by Vickie Parks
Categories Fish
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Preheat grill. Generously grease or oil the grill grates.
- 2. Thoroughly combine all the seasonings (from paprika to cumin) in a bowl, and set seasoning blend aside.
- 3. With half of the melted butter (1/4 cup), brush both sides of all the fillets. Rub the seasoning blend over both sides of all of the fillets. Drizzle 1/8 cup of the melted butter over the fillets.
- 4. Place fillets on hot grill, buttered side down, and grill until blackened, about 3 to 5 minutes. Turn fillets over, drizzle the remaining 1/8 cup of melted butter across the top of each fillet, and continue grilling for another 3 to 4 minutes or until the second side is blackened and the fillets are opaque and flake easily with a fork at the thickets part.
CAJUN BLACKENED SALMON WITH PUREED PEAS AND DOOR STOP FRIES
Here is a quick, easy recipe that tastes great. You can make Cajun spice by grinding your own herbs and spices, but why fuss when you can buy already blended Cajun spice, that tastes great, I use Schwartz brand and prefer this one to others I have tried.
Provided by The Flying Chef
Categories Vegetable
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Peel and cut potatoes into very fat chips, heat some oil in a large frying pan and fry chips until cooked and crisp, turning constantly, to brown on all sides. Alternatively fry in a chip fryer if you have one.
- Coat salmon with Cajun seasoning, heat a small amount of oil in a pan, place salmon skin side down and fry for 4-5 minutes, turn and fry for a further 4-5 Min's. Cooking times will vary depending on the thickness of the fillet.
- Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil, add peas and boil for about 5 Min's. Drain and puree peas with butter, salt and pepper in a food processor or blender.
- To serve: Divide puree mix between 4 plates, place salmon on top, and stack chips on top of each other.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 643.3, Fat 31.6, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 218.8, Sodium 496.2, Carbohydrate 17.1, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 6.7, Protein 70.1
Tips:
- For the perfect blackened flavor, use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet over high heat.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet or the salmon will steam instead of sear.
- Use a fish spatula to gently flip the salmon only once, to prevent it from breaking.
- Blackened salmon is best served immediately, but it can be kept warm in a low oven for up to 15 minutes.
- Serve blackened salmon with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Conclusion:
Blackened salmon is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its crispy, blackened exterior and tender, flaky interior, blackened salmon is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and flavorful meal, give blackened salmon a try.
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