Blackened Salmon Sandwich
This sandwich will make you feel like a professional chef without putting in the work of a professional chef! Moreover, it’s a great way to season and cook proteins in a yummy way that makes this appealing to picky eaters. Eat this sandwich with a side of salad, chips, fries, or a bowl of fruit to make a complete meal! Enjoy!
Ingredients
Instructions
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Step 1
In a small bowl, mix all of the seasonings until well combined.
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Step 2
Pat your salmon filet dry then cover with melted butter before heavily applying the seasoning mix. Pat the seasoning into the salmon—it’s going to be a lot of seasoning, but at the same time, you may not use the whole amount (depending on your taste and size of fillet) so play it by ear!
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Step 3
Heat a medium, heavy-bottomed pan over high-heat until it is smoking (you probably want to turn your fan on as well) and add some oil or butter if it is not non-stick.
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Step 4
Sear the flesh side down on the pan for 3 to 4 minutes until it is blackened. Try not to check it often so it can form the crust.
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Step 5
Once the crust has been formed, flip the salmon and continue to cook for 5 to 8 minutes until the skin is crispy and the salmon is cooked through. How will you know? Use a food thermometer to check! The thickest part of the salmon should be at least 145 degrees Fahrenheit (63 degrees Celsius) when fully cooked. The color should also change from translucent to opaque.
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Step 6
Take the filet out of the pan and place on paper towels off to the side.
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Step 7
Toast your sandwich bread lightly in the same pan until golden brown.
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Step 8
Spread the mayo and add the lettuce and tomato to the sandwich bread, then place the salmon filet on top. Put your top bun on, and you’re ready to eat!!
Serving Size 1
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 583kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 28.4g44%
- Saturated Fat 10g50%
- Cholesterol 88mg30%
- Sodium 395mg17%
- Potassium 824mg24%
- Total Carbohydrate 59.4g20%
- Protein 29g58%
- Calcium 126 mg
- Iron 14.99 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Adaptations
You can make this sandwich with any protein you want! Chicken, beef, tofu, seitan—if you can name it, you can season it and cook it in a pan!
Feel free to use other fresh crunchies instead of shredded iceberg lettuce—spinach, microgreens, spring mix, arugula, or even coleslaw!
