Crisp Cajun Salmon

This light, low carb meal is quick and tasty, perfect for midweek dinners. Crispy-skin salmon steak is the star of this dish, soaking up the earthy flavours of cajun seasoning blend. Serve on a bed of leafy greens with a few of blackberries and you have a healthy dinner that is ready in 15 minutes.

2x150 g Skin-on salmon steak
2 tbsp Beef dripping (or olive oil)
1/3 tsp Dried oregano
1/3 tsp Paprika powder
1/3 tsp Garlic powder
A large pinch of cayenne pepper
Sea salt and pepper
A handful of curly endive (or other baby greens)
Blackberries
Grape tomatoes
Lemon wedges
1 tsp Chilli pepper, shredded
Dill fronds

Combine the beef dripping or olive oil, oregano, paprika, garlic and cayenne powder in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Add the salmon and gently turn to evenly coat in the spice mixture.
Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the salmon, skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes or until skin is crispy. Turn the salmon and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook for another 3 minutes for medium or until cooked to your liking. Transfer to a plate and set aside for 5 minutes to rest.
Meanwhile, combine curly endive, blackberries or grape tomatoes. Divide into two serving plates and top with salmon. Garnish with lemon wedges, shredded chilli pepper and dill fronds.

32 comments:

Nancy Chan 20/9/20 06:44: I would love this for my dinner. Not easy to get fresh salmon here.
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Iwona 20/9/20 06:45: Great dish. I love salmon.
Dorey ♥ 20/9/20 11:59: wow I love it, loks great and tastes as well I think!
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Natalia 20/9/20 14:30: I love salmon, my fav fish! Looks so pretty on the plate, yum!
Kitchen Riffs 20/9/20 17:30: Salmon is great, and that seasoning sounds fantastic. Love how quick and easy salmon is to prepare, and it's SO tasty. Particularly with those Cajun flavor. :-) Good stuff -- thanks.
Anonymous 21/9/20 00:21: This is basically my dream salad, Angie! Love that crispy skin!
Balvinder 21/9/20 01:19: Wow, what a a great idea for a fuss free meal!
speedy70 21/9/20 08:31: Sono ghiotta di salmone, ottimo così preparato!!!!
Jyoti 21/9/20 09:00: This looks so yummy and crisp! Have a great day!
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Julie 21/9/20 12:46: what a beautiful flavor with cajun spice,aromatic and yummy!
Whats Cookin Italian Style Cuisine 21/9/20 13:11: I could eat Salmon everyday I love it and this is the perfect meal!
Pam 21/9/20 20:10: It looks perfectly cooked & so delicious!
Suja Manoj 21/9/20 20:14: Love Salmon, beautiful flavor and looks so yummy
Pattie @ Olla-Podrida 21/9/20 22:02: I LOVE salmon and am always looking for new ways to enjoy it. This looks delish!
Heidi | The Frugal Girls 22/9/20 00:09: Your cajun seasoning blend is the perfect compliment to salmon. It elevates the flavor of the salmon so perfectly!
chow and chatter 22/9/20 03:04: this looks so good, love crispy salmon
Catherine 22/9/20 03:36: Dear Angie, Salmon is one of my favorites and this sounds so tasty and delicious. xoxo
Merryn@merrynsmenu 22/9/20 04:46: I love your crispy cajun salmon, what a lovely flavour combination. Plus using fresh endive as a salad accompaniment, all in all a beautiful dish, thanks Angie.
Eva Taylor 22/9/20 11:30: What a simple yet beautiful dish, definitely weeknight but also dinner-party worthy. The blackberries are a lovely, unexpected addition.
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SavoringTime in the Kitchen 22/9/20 17:21: Salmon is one of our favorites! Another delightful way to serve it, loaded with healthy goodness.
Kelly | Foodtasia 22/9/20 20:52: Such a lovely and healthy dinner, Angie! The beef fat is a yummy idea!
foodtravelandwine 23/9/20 20:20: Fantastic dish!!....I love the spiciness!!......Abrazotes, Marcela
R's Rue 23/9/20 22:40: Yum.
tigerfish 23/9/20 23:21: Yes, count me in for this quick-fix healthy salmon dinner!
Raymund 24/9/20 05:20: I love that nice plate of salmon, that crispy skin looks very enticing
mjskit 26/9/20 05:00: Like you, I'm a huge fan of a spicy seasoning on salmon. Such a beautiful plate and I love dressing it up with a few blackberries.
Roz | La Bella Vita Cucina 27/9/20 21:40: the herbs and seasonings that you used are mouthwatering! Now I'd love to enjoy a delicious entree of salmon such as this!
Dawn @ Words Of Deliciousness 30/9/20 02:12: This crisp cajun salmon sounds yummy. I love the flavors that you have added.
Never Ending Journeys 30/9/20 20:26: I've never tried salmon on a salad, but it sounds so delicious! You could really make a meal out of this.
Noob Cook 8/10/20 10:01: The salmon skin looks so crisp and this meal looks so healthy & delish.
All That I'm Eating 22/10/20 09:41: Love this recipe, it's perfect for a healthy midweek dinner.