Description
A flavorful dish featuring juicy salmon fillets with a spicy, smoky crust, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper to create the spice blend.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
- Rub the spice blend all over the salmon.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once hot, add the salmon fillets skin-side down.
- Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until blackened and cooked through.
- Serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
Let the spice rub sit on the salmon for a few minutes before cooking for deeper flavor penetration. Avoid overcrowding the skillet to maintain high heat for effective searing.