Description
Spicy Cajun Parmesan Salmon blends Louisiana zest with creamy cheese for an unforgettable seafood experience. Crisp parmesan crust and bold seasonings make this dish perfect when you crave something extraordinary.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz / 113 g salmon fillets (preferably wild)
- 2 tbsps Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsps butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ⅓ cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsps freshly grated Parmesan
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp freshly chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Lemon slices, for serving
Instructions
- Sear Salmon: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Generously coat salmon fillets with Cajun seasoning and black pepper, then place skin-side up and cook for 6 minutes until a golden-brown crust forms.
- Flip and Color: Turn salmon and cook for an additional 2 minutes to develop color and partial doneness. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Create Sauce Base: Reduce skillet heat, melt unsalted butter, and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, and honey, stirring to combine.
- Enhance Flavor: Sprinkle remaining Cajun seasoning into the sauce. Incorporate chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until smoothly integrated and bringing to a gentle simmer.
- Final Cooking: Return salmon fillets to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until fish is fully cooked and sauce slightly reduces.
- Plate and Serve: Garnish with thin lemon slices. Serve immediately, spooning additional sauce over the salmon to maximize flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Sear for Perfection: Achieve a golden-brown crust by ensuring the skillet is hot and using medium-high heat, which creates a delicious caramelized exterior on the salmon.
- Seasoning Technique: Apply Cajun seasoning generously and evenly on both sides of the salmon to maximize flavor penetration and ensure consistent taste in every bite.
- Sauce Harmony: Create a balanced sauce by carefully integrating butter, garlic, broth, and Parmesan, which adds depth and richness to the delicate salmon.
- Cooking Precision: Monitor salmon’s doneness carefully, allowing 6-8 minutes total cooking time to prevent overcooking and maintain a moist, tender texture.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg