Description
This Cajun-style salmon is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Thaw salmon if frozen and pat dry with paper towels.
- Generously coat both sides of the fillets with Cajun seasoning.
- In a non-stick skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Place salmon skin-side down in the hot pan; cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip the salmon, add minced garlic, and squeeze lemon juice over each fillet. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until just cooked through.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and enjoy immediately with your favorite sides.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with rice or vegetables.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg