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    Keto Blackened Salmon Fillets [& Video]

    Published: Jul 9, 2014 · Updated: Apr 25, 2022 by Angela Coleby · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads ·

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    This keto blackened salmon recipe is a very easy low carb and gluten-free salmon dish to make and can be quickly made for a spicy dinner or lunch. This is very easy to make and takes about 15 minutes to prepare and cook.

    The Chief Taster has been on a few business trips in the Caribbean and has been enjoying blackened salmon during his trips, so I thought that I would try to make it.  I finally have got the blend of spices right (according to him).  

    simple blackened salmon
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    • Can you eat salmon on a low carb diet?
    • Why do they call it blackened salmon?
    • Blackened Seasoning
    • How to make keto blackened salmon
    • What to do with leftovers?
    • Recipe Tips
    • Keto Sides for Blackened Salmon
    • OTHER KETO SALMON RECIPES TO ENJOY:
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    • Blackened Salmon

    Can you eat salmon on a low carb diet?

    Salmon is a fantastic ingredient for a keto and low carb diet as it has zero carbohydrates, has a high protein content and is full of the right type of fats. A great source of omega-3, it's also very easy to cook too!

    Why do they call it blackened salmon?

    The term blackened salmon does not mean that it's burnt, but rather that spice mixture turns very dark when cooked. The seasoning mix originates from New Orleans and there are many variations. Tweak the spices and herbs to your own taste.

    Blackened Seasoning

    The key to this salmon recipe is the spice mix. The spices used in this recipe are cayenne, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, white and black pepper, thyme, basil, cumin and oregano. If you want to reduce the heat, halve the cayenne pepper. We like our spice level fairly hot in the Caribbean!

    salmon ingredients

    The salmon filets we used were skinless but you can easily make this dish with skinned salmon. If you use salmon fillets with skin, cook it first skin side down.

    How to make keto blackened salmon

    This salmon recipe is cooked in a pan but it can be grilled on the BBQ too. A word of warning if you grill it, the spice mix comes out hotter. I would brush more butter over the salmon on the grill to keep it moist too.

    salmon process
    1. Brush the salmon fillets on both sides with melted butter.
    2. Spoon the blackened spice mix over the fillets.
    3. On a medium-high heat, fry the salmon fillets in a large cast iron skillet or pan on both sides.
    4. Serve and enjoy!

    What to do with leftovers?

    Although this dish is best served freshly made, if you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container and keep the cooked salmon in the refrigerator. Gently reheat in a skillet or the microwave.

    Another option is to flake the cooked salmon and add mayonnaise and sour cream for a creamy and spicy addition to a salad or sandwich filling.

    Recipe Tips

    Store left over spices in a jar for later or double up the recipe to keep a jar of the spice mix to hand.

    This spice mix works great on chicken and cauliflower too.

    Substitute the paprika with smoked paprika for a deeper smoky flavor.

    Keto Sides for Blackened Salmon

    Serve this easy keto salmon dinner with a simple salad, grilled asparagus or a few sides. Try this salmon dish with these low carb side dishes:

    • Green beans and walnuts
    • Garlic Parmesan Keto Roasted Broccoli
    • Keto Roasted Cauliflower with Dijon & Lemon
    • Tomato Burrata Salad
    • Spicy Zucchini Cauliflower Rice

    OTHER KETO SALMON RECIPES TO ENJOY:

    Salmon is a great low carb food. Have you tried any of these other keto salmon recipes yet?

    Moroccan Spiced Salmon

    Greek Salmon

    Coconut Lime Salmon

    Keto Baked Garlic Salmon

    Salmon Broccoli Risotto

    Salmon Quiche

    Everything Bagel Salmon

    Watch the video

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    Blackened Salmon

    Angela Coleby
    An easy spicy salmon dish that can be ready under 30 minutes
    4.86 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 Servings
    Calories 469 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 4 Skinless salmon fillets
    • 2 tablespoons paprika
    • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
    • 1 tablespoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon white pepper
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • ½ teaspoon cumin
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
    • ¼ teaspoon dried basil
    • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
    • ½ cup butter, unsalted melted

    Instructions
     

    • Mix all the spices in a small bowl.
    • Brush the salmon fillets on each side with butter and sprinkle the spice mixture on each side of the fillet.
    • Drizzle the remaining butter on one side of the fillet.
    • Cook the salmon, butter side down, in large pan for 2-5 minutes on a high heat until it is blackened. Turn and cook the other side for 2-5 minutes until that is blackened.
    • Eat and enjoy!

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    Notes

    Makes 4 servings
    The net carbs will be the total carb count minus the fibre count. Carb count excludes sugar alcohols.
    Any nutritional analysis on the website is based on an estimate, calculated by Spoonacular from the individual ingredients in each recipe. Variations may occur for various reasons, including product availability and food preparation. We make no representation or warranty of the accuracy of this information.
     

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1filletCalories: 469kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 35gFat: 35gFiber: 2g
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    Comments

    1. Melissa

      August 28, 2021 at 10:45 am

      What is a good side dish to go with the blackened salmon?
      BTW I absolutely love this recipe! I keep a jar of it in my cabinet and it's my favorite spice blend 👌

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        August 28, 2021 at 10:53 am

        Delighted you enjoyed this recipe and the spice blend! A creamy coleslaw goes great with this or a broccoli salad too!

        Reply
    2. Lauren

      August 05, 2019 at 4:39 pm

      I was wondering the same thing. The salmon that I’m using is 130 per filet and my butter is 100 calories per tablespoon and the calories for the spices are not much at all. So I am assuming you can make it where it’s not 1000 calories per filet.

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        August 05, 2019 at 5:30 pm

        I've just had the same issue with a new salmon recipe. Take your calorie calculation as I'm off to rework mine (think I've got a larger fillet in the nutritional database than I need to use)

        Reply
    3. Crissy

      July 17, 2018 at 8:22 pm

      This was good but super salty, great spice mixture, I would use half the salt next time. Will make again!

      Reply
    4. Cheryl

      June 08, 2018 at 11:57 pm

      This was so delicious! I loved it, my son loved it. And so easy and quick to make! I’m going to put in a weekly rotation. Can hardly wait to make it again!

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        June 09, 2018 at 2:45 pm

        Great to hear!

        Reply
    5. Wendy

      June 03, 2018 at 8:51 pm

      I made it today...must say it was delicious couldn’t stop eating. At the end I added chicken stock and lemon juice and butter in the pan and made a souce.... for sure this will stay in my saved files.
      Thank you

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        June 05, 2018 at 10:03 am

        Thanks Wendy! Glad you enjoyed them!

        Reply
    6. Janet

      May 01, 2018 at 6:49 pm

      My husband who is not a fan of salmon absolutely loved this recipe! Definitely making this again!

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        May 04, 2018 at 1:08 pm

        Great to hear! I love how easy it is too. Keeps my husband quiet too!

        Reply
    7. Angela Coleby

      March 31, 2018 at 8:34 am

      I believe it's the fish and not the rub. Perhaps a smaller piece of fish?

      Reply
    8. Deb P.

      March 04, 2018 at 10:54 pm

      Made this tonight. Used a cast iron skillet on the side burner of the grill. Came out wonderful! Excellent spice! Great crust! Will definitely make again. Gone before I remembered to photograph!

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        March 06, 2018 at 7:10 am

        Thanks!

        Reply
    9. Maria Peraino

      December 28, 2017 at 11:56 am

      Excellent! My sons loved it. I will use the recipe again.

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        December 28, 2017 at 12:11 pm

        Glad to hear it!

        Reply
    10. Taylor

      December 17, 2017 at 5:52 pm

      Turned out great. If you don’t like as much spice dial back on the cayenne but will use this again.

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        December 17, 2017 at 5:58 pm

        Glad you enjoyed it. It's one of my husband's favourites as he ate this a lot when traveling the region.

        Reply
    11. Michelle

      November 09, 2017 at 10:09 pm

      I found this recipe with the link to your blog on Bigoven.com. It was fabulous! My salmon was thicker, so I seared it off in the pan until it was nice and blackened with a crust, then put it in the oven to cook the rest of the way. Went nicely on top of a salad and my daughter gave it 2 thumbs up, delicious!

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        November 09, 2017 at 10:10 pm

        Glad you enjoyed it!!

        Reply
    12. Francesca

      July 16, 2014 at 2:05 pm

      Just made these tonight and they were a hit! Definitely will make these again and worth buying the onion and garlic powder for! Thanks for a great recipe! Can't wait to try some more!

      Reply
      • Divalicious

        July 16, 2014 at 2:09 pm

        Glad you enjoyed them! I used this spice mixture on some cauliflower rice and stir fried veggies last night...delicious! Thanks for popping by my blog!

        Reply
        • francesca

          July 16, 2014 at 2:46 pm

          Ooh yum that sounds good too! Well my chief taster loved it and I loved that this recipe was so easy and worked first time! x

          Reply
          • Divalicious

            July 16, 2014 at 7:19 pm

            Fabulous!

            Reply
    13. Divalicious

      July 10, 2014 at 6:09 pm

      Hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
    14. Divalicious

      July 10, 2014 at 6:09 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply

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