Zesty Cajun Salmon with Butter Sauce
Experience the bold flavors of the South with this zesty Cajun salmon recipe drizzled in a rich Cajun butter sauce. Perfectly seasoned salmon fillets are seared to perfection, then bathed in a buttery, spicy sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. Serve with rice or a fresh salad for a meal that’s sure to impress.
ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Optional: lemon wedges, for serving
steps
- 1.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- 2.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the salmon fillets skin-side down and sear for about 4-5 minutes until crispy.
- 3.
Carefully flip the fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- 4.
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add unsalted butter. Let it melt, then add minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 5.
Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley, mixing well to combine.
- 6.
Drizzle the Cajun butter sauce over the cooked salmon fillets. Serve immediately with optional lemon wedges on the side.
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