Blackened Salmon
Salmon fillets coated in smoky Cajun spices and seared until deeply crusted. Ready in 15 minutes.
- Time15 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £2.48 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Mix the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, cayenne and black pepper on a plate.
- 2
Pat the salmon dry and press the flesh side into the spice mix until well coated.
- 3
Heat the oil in a frying pan over a high heat until very hot. Cook the salmon spice side down for 3 minutes without moving it.
3 min - 4
Flip and cook for 3 to 4 minutes more until just cooked through. The kitchen will smell smoky, so open a window.
3 min 30 s - 5
Meanwhile, steam the green beans for 5 minutes.
5 min - 6
Serve the salmon with the beans and lemon wedges.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.