Baked Blackened Salmon (Edit recipe)

This baked blackened salmon recipe uses simple ingredients to make a perfectly baked cajun-inspired dish in under 20 minutes.

5 minutes

13 minutes

Difficulty:

Easy

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This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:	177
Fat:	9 g
Carbohydrates:	0 g
Protein:	21 g
Cholesterol:	54 g
Sodium:	312 mg
Fiber:	0 g
Sugars:	0 g
Calculated per serving.

by Kaleena's Kitchen

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Serves: 2

Ingredients

2 whole Wild Caught Salmon Filet
1 tsp Avocado Oil
.5 tsp Smoked Paprika
.25 tsp Garlic Powder
.25 tsp Onion Powder
.25 tsp dried Oregano
.25 tsp Salt
.25 tsp Black Pepper
.125 tsp Cayenne Pepper, (A tiny pinch will be enough for some heat)

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Process

Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the spices.
Pat the salmon filets dry with a paper towel then drizzle your oil over the salmon, and using clean hands, rub the oil evenly on the salmon.
Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over both filets and rub it on the filets.
Bake on a lined baking sheet at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 13 minutes or until the internal temperature has reached 130-135 degrees. Depending on the thickness of the filets, you may need less time or more time.
Top with fresh herbs, like chives or parsley, a squeeze of fresh lime juice, and serve with your favorite side dishes.

Notes

Why is it called blackened salmon? Blackened salmon gets its name because of the cooking technique used to prepare it, which involves coating the salmon fillets with a mixture of spices and then searing them in a hot skillet or grill. The spices typically include a combination of ingredients such as paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and oregano. Should salmon be covered when baking? Covering your salmon when baking it is a personal preference. This recipe calls for you to bake the salmon uncovered, giving the salmon a nice crispy exterior. Covering salmon while baking will help to keep moisture in and if you are using citrus slices and herbs it helps to keep the flavors in. Have your fishmonger (you can usually find them behind the counter in your local grocery stores) cut your salmon into filets so it saves you from having to do it! The best way to reheat salmon is in the oven. You can reheat your salmon in the oven at 350°F or until warm. I like to add a little ghee, melted butter, or avocado oil to the top to give it some extra moisture. If your salmon is a bit dry, then you can cover it with foil to help keep the moisture in.