Your weeknight dinner doesn't get any easier than this Cajun salmon! The seasoning mix brings the heat and packs the flavor into tender, flakey pan-seared salmon filets while also adding a delicate crust.
In a small bowl, whisk together half of the Cajun seasoning and half of the olive oil.
Cut salmon into 4 single-serving filets.
Rub oil mixture all over both sides of the filets.
Add remaining olive oil to skillet and heat on medium-high until shimmering.
Place filets in skillet, skin side down. Sprinkle with remaining Cajun seasoning.
Cook, skin side down, for 2-3 minutes, then turn over. You will see the side of the salmon will begin to change color.
Cook 2-3 minutes then turn over again and cook 1 minute more then remove from pan.
Notes
Always cut salmon into filets while it’s still raw. Cutting salmon once cooked is difficult because the fish will flake and you won’t get clean lines.
Store any leftovers in an air-tight container kept in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat in the oven set to 275F on a foil-lined baking sheet for 10 minutes or until warmed through.