Blackened Salmon with Tartar Sauce
Ingredients
For the Seasoning Mixture:
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
For the Salmon:
- 4 (6-ounce) salmon filets
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1/2 lemon, sliced into wedges
Instructions
For the Seasoning Mixture:
- In a small bowl, combine all of the seasoning mixture ingredients and stir until well combined.
For the Salmon:
- Using your hands, evenly divide the seasoning mixture among the salmon filets and gently rub into the tops of each filet.
- Heat avocado oil in a non stick skillet over medium high heat. When the oil is hot, but not smoking, place the salmon into the pan, flesh side down, until a deep blackened crust forms, about 3 minutes. Then, using a sturdy spatula flip the filets to the skin side and continue cooking until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily, 2 to 3 more minutes.
- Serve alongside my Whole30 Tartar Sauce and sliced lemon.