Description
Tender salmon fillets coated in bold Cajun spices, pan-seared to perfection, and topped with a velvety Dijon mustard cream sauce—flavorful, quick, and perfect for weeknights or dinner guests.
Ingredients
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- 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Pat salmon fillets dry and rub both sides with the seasoning mix.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon fillets skin-side down for 3-4 minutes, flip and cook another 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, stir in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice.
- Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return salmon to skillet or spoon sauce over fillets. Garnish with parsley.
- Serve hot with vegetables, rice, or salad.
Notes
- Adjust cayenne pepper to your spice tolerance.
- Use a cast iron skillet for best sear and flavor.
- Rest salmon for a few minutes before serving for optimal juiciness.
- Sauce pairs well with other proteins like chicken or shrimp.
- Add a splash of white wine to the sauce for extra depth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg