Cajun Or Blackened Salmon Recipe

Name: Cajun Or Blackened Salmon Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 x salmon fillets - (6 ounce ea); 1 lrg Idaho potato; 1 x fresh corn ear or possibly canned; 1 lrg carrot; 4 ounce baby string beans; 1 x roasted red pepper, or possibly 1 jar Extra virgin olive oil; 1 Tbsp. butter Fresh dill cut chiffonade Fresh mint cut chiffonade Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste; 2 tsp cayenne; 2 tsp cumin; 2 tsp chili pwdr; 4 tsp paprika; 1 tsp cinnamon Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste

Servings: persons

2 x salmon fillets - (6 ounce ea)
1 lrg Idaho potato
1 x fresh corn ear or possibly canned
1 lrg carrot
4 ounce baby string beans
1 x roasted red pepper, or possibly 1 jar Extra virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp. butter Fresh dill cut chiffonade Fresh mint cut chiffonade Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste
2 tsp cayenne
2 tsp cumin
2 tsp chili pwdr
4 tsp paprika
1 tsp cinnamon Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste

1
Peel potato and carrot, cut into small dice.
2
Toss with salt, pepper and 1 Tbsp.
3
extra virgin olive oil.
4
Julienne red pepper.
5
Drain canned corn, or possibly clean corn-on-the-cob, blanch it in salted water and shock it in ice water.
6
Blanch and shock string beans.
7
Saute/fry the potatoes and carrots in extra virgin olive oil till they are cooked 90 percent of the way.
8
Remove from heat, season, and add in the red peppers.
9
Prepare fish: Heat a small saute/fry pan and coat with 1 Tbsp.
10
vegetable oil.
11
Meanwhile, season the salmon and dip the fillets in the Cajun Spice Mix.
12
Sear on both sides for 3 min.
13
Heat up the potato hash, adding 1 Tbsp.
14
butter, string beans, corn, and the red peppers.
15
Add in the mint and dill.
16
Transfer vegetables to a serving plate, top with fish and spoon sauce around it.
17
This recipe yields 2 servings.

250

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 x salmon fillets - (6 ounce ea), 1 lrg Idaho potato, 1 x fresh corn ear or possibly canned, 1 lrg carrot, and more.

Yes, Cajun Or Blackened Salmon Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!