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Pan-Seared Cajun Salmon

Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish
Cuisine Paleo, Primal
Servings 2
Calories 78 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 6- oz Salmon fillets
  • 1 tbsp Coconut oil
  • 1 tbsp Cilantro (chopped)

For the Cajun rub

  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Oregano (dried)
  • 1/2 tsp Thyme (dried)
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne
  • 1/4 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp Onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/8 tsp Freshly ground pepper

Instructions

  1. Stir together the ingredients for the rub in a small bowl.
  2. Rub into the (skinless side of the) salmon.
  3. Melt the coconut oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Place the salmon in the pan with the skin side up.
  5. Sear for 3-4 minutes until browned.
  6. Carefully flip over and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes or until the salmon reaches your desired level of doneness.
  7. Serve warm and garnished with cilantro.
Nutrition Facts
Pan-Seared Cajun Salmon
Amount Per Serving
Calories 78 Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 7g44%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Sodium 257mg11%
Potassium 83mg2%
Carbohydrates 3g1%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 0.5g1%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 150IU3%
Vitamin C 6.6mg8%
Calcium 30mg3%
Iron 0.9mg5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.