Blackened Salmon

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Blackened Salmon

• 4 salmon filets

• Beautiful Briny Sea Salt Blend or Himalayan Pink Salt )

• Freshly Cracked Black pepper

• Garlic powder

• Low sodium all purpose or cajun seasoning of choice

• ½  lemon

• Grapeseed or Avocado oil
  

1. Prep Salmon- Pat salmon dry with paper towels. Next, season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and all purpose/cajun seasoning to taste.

2. Sear- Place cast iron or stainless steel pan on medium-high heat and lightly coat in oil. Once oil is heated, add salmon presentation side down (the side without skin). After about 5 minutes or when salmon starts to blacken, flip. Sear for another 5 minutes, or until it milks (white liquid begins to come out then gently remove from pan.

3. Finishing Touches- Remove it from heat and squeeze fresh lemon juice on top.