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blackened salmon with creamy dijon sauce

Savory Blackened Salmon with Creamy Dijon Sauce Recipe


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  • Author: souzanfood
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Indulge in a flavorful blackened salmon dish paired with a rich creamy dijon sauceperfect for a quick and satisfying meal Enjoy this recipe today


Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Fresh herbs (like chives or parsley, for garnish)

  • Instructions

  • Rinse the salmon fillets and pat them dry with paper towels.
  • In a small bowl, combine the paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Drizzle olive oil over the salmon fillets and rub in the oil. Sprinkle the seasoning mix on both sides.
  • Heat a heavy-bottomed pan or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
  • Cook the salmon in the hot skillet for about 4-6 minutes on each side until a blackened crust forms.
  • While the salmon is cooking, mix together sour cream, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice in a bowl.
  • Once cooked, plate the salmon, drizzle with the creamy sauce, sprinkle fresh herbs, and serve.
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes
    • Category: Dinner
    • Method: Cooking
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Calories: 400 calories
    • Sugar: 1 gram
    • Fat: 28 grams
    • Carbohydrates: 5 grams
    • Fiber: 0 grams
    • Protein: 30 grams