Cajun Blackened Salmon
Cajun Blackened Salmon is made with 4 salmon fillets, olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder; air fry at 400°F for 12 minutes to serve 4. 330 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Equipment
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Steps
- 1
Pat salmon dry. Mix all Cajun seasoning ingredients together.
- 2
Brush fillets with olive oil and coat generously with Cajun seasoning on the flesh side.
- 3
Place skin-side down. Air fry at 400°F for 10-12 minutes until the spice crust is dark and the fish flakes easily.
- 4
Drizzle with melted butter and a squeeze of lemon. Garnish with parsley.
- 5
Serve with remoulade, rice, and roasted vegetables.
Tip: The higher heat is intentional — it creates the signature blackened char on the spices without overcooking the fish. Pull at 125°F internal for perfectly moist salmon.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 12 minutes vs ~18 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🌊Gentle, even heat cooks fish through without drying it out — no flipping required.
- ⚡Uses significantly less energy than heating a full-size oven for a single batch.
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