This Spicy Blackened Salmon with Mango Salsa is my new favourite midweek meal and it's healthy! It’s the perfect tropical fusion—bold Cajun like-style spices meet the sweet, refreshing flavours of the Caribbean. Whether you’re looking for a quick summer dinner or a healthy high-protein meal, this 20-minute recipe is a total winner for me.

📍 See full recipe & measurements below - this is just a guide so adapt to your taste preference!

If you enjoyed my Marry Me Salmon or Jerk Salmon bowls, you are going to LOVE this one. Don't forget to subscribe to Claudie Cooks for more elevated home cooking with flavour!

Ingredients:

2- 4 pieces of salmon fillet (scale up or down)

Seasonings used:

1 tbsp Smoked Paprika
½ tsp Cayenne (adjust for heat preference)
1 tsp Garlic Powder
1 tsp Onion Powder
1 tsp Old bay seasoning or fish seasoning
½ tsp Cumin powder
½ tsp Coriander
½ tsp Creole seasoning
1/2 tsp Dried Wild Thyme
½ tsp Oregano
Salt and black pepper (to taste)

Method:

Pat dry salmon thoroughly. Press the seasoning firmly into the flesh side. Next, heat up your frying pan or skillet (if you have a cast iron pan that would be best) and add a 1 tbsp oil until it's hot and shimmering/smoking.

To get that beautiful sear and blackened look place skin-side up first and sear for about 3-4 minutes until it forms a dark, flavourful crust. Flip on the skin side for 2-3 minutes until the fish is just looking opaque and flakes’ easily meaning it’s done.

This fish was succulent and juice...chef’s kiss for real.

Mango Salsa:
1 mango (chopped/diced)
1 small red onion (chopped/diced)
½ cup pineapple (chopped/diced)
½ avocado (chopped/diced)
Garlic clove (chopped/diced)
Lime juice
Splash of olive oil
Handful fresh coriander (cilantro)
Chopped scotch bonnet or chilli flakes
Salt and black pepper to taste

Method:
Once ingredients are chopped, mix to combine everything before topping the blackened salmon with the beautiful and vibrant colours to add that pop of Island vibe finish. If this is not a vibe I don’t know what isx

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Disclaimer: I am not a professional chef — just a home cook who loves making delicious meals for my family, friends, and now for my YouTube channel. Please always follow proper food safety guidelines to ensure everything is prepared safely and correctly.

Most importantly, have fun in the kitchen and enjoy creating tasty, feel-good meals with me!

Enjoy!
Bon appétit :) xx

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