Blackened Country French Salmon Fillets

Elevate your dinner table with the bold flavors of Blackened Country French Salmon Fillets—a quick and easy gourmet dish that's bursting with smoky, herbaceous charm. Perfectly seared in a cast-iron skillet, these tender salmon fillets are coated in a fragrant blend of paprika, thyme, rosemary, and just a hint of cayenne for a spicy kick. The robust blackened crust contrasts beautifully with the flaky, buttery fish, creating a restaurant-quality meal in just 20 minutes. Serve with fresh parsley and a squeeze of zesty lemon for a vibrant finish, making it an elegant yet approachable recipe that's ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 ounces each) salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons (optional, for garnish) fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 pieces (optional, for serving) lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Brush both sides generously with melted butter.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried rosemary, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to create the blackening spice blend.

Step 3

Sprinkle the spice blend evenly over both sides of each salmon fillet, pressing lightly to ensure the spices adhere.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until nearly smoking.

Step 5

Carefully place the salmon fillets in the skillet skin-side down (if using skin-on). Cook for 3-4 minutes without moving the fillets, allowing them to develop a deep, blackened crust.

Step 6

Flip the salmon fillets gently with a spatula and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 125°F (for medium-rare) or 130°F (for medium).

Step 7

Remove the salmon from the skillet and let it rest for 2 minutes before serving.

Step 8

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(825.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2087.4

Total Fat 161.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 552.6mg	0%
Sodium 2778.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 12.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.6g	0%
Total Sugars 1.5g
Protein 152.3g	0%

Vitamin D 3578.8IU	0%
Calcium 143.4mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 2793.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.9%

Protein: 28.8%

Carbs: 2.3%