oil for skillet (high heat oil, such as avocado or light olive oil)
Instructions
Pat dry salmon fillets. Fill bottom of a cast iron skillet with oil (enough to cover bottom about 1/16th inch deep). Place over high heat.
Cover the top and sides of the salmon with Cajun seasoning. Gently pat to help the spices stick well.
Place the salmon fillets flesh side down into the hot pan. Sear for 90 seconds to 2 and ½ minutes until the spices start to blacken.
Flip skin side down. Reduce heat to medium and cook 2-6 minutes. Time will vary widely based on thickness of fish and if you prefer more rare or well done.
Serve with a splash of lemon juice, lime juice or a dollop of mayonnaise based sauce, such a Yum Yum sauce.
Notes
Nutrition estimate based on ⅔ tablespoon of the Cajun seasoning and 1 teaspoon oil remaining on the salmon, this is then divided among the two servings.