One of our favourite ways to prepare fish is to rub it with Blackening Seasoning. This cajun spice blend is a perfect mix of spiciness, smokiness, and even a little herbiness (okay, maybe that’s not a word, but you know what I’m trying to describe when I say that). It provides a little extra to the flavours of various types of fish…we’ve prepared Trout, Grouper, Swordfish, Catfish, and now Salmon this way, and all have come out really well.
We served our salmon with roasted baby potatoes and broccoli that we half-steamed before finishing in a frying pan.
Time: 25 Minutes
Ingredients:
- Salmon
- Smoked Paprika
- Onion Powder
- Garlic Powder
- Cayenne
- Oregano
- Salt
- Optional: Lemon
Method:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F, and line a baking sheet with foil.
- Combine your seasonings in a small bowl. Use amounts of each to your particular liking.
- Pat your fish dry on all sides with a paper towel.
- Sprinkle your seasoning on top, and pat it down to firmly affix. You want a good coating for this.
- Place your fish in the oven, and bake for 15-20 minutes until it reaches a minimum internal cooked temperature of 145 degrees F.
- As your fish cooks, slice your lemon if using.
- When your salmon is ready, remove from the oven, plate, squeeze your optional lemon atop, devour, and enjoy!
