Ingredients
1 tbsp paprika
2 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
3/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp white pepper
1 tsp dried tarragon
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried marjoram
Directions
Here's a seasoning blend used to make Blackened Salmon steaks:
Mix this up well, and then dip the fish fillets first in melted
butter, then smear the seasoning mixture on both sides of the fish.
Heat a cast iron skillet for about eight minutes onhigh heat. Put the
fillets in the pan without crowding, pour a few tablespoons of melted
butter on top, cook on both sides for about two minutes and serve
immediately with butter and lemon.
From the files of Al Rice, North Pole Alaska. Feb 1994
Servings: 1 servings
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Categories: Rice; Vegetable
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We hope you enjoy this Al Rice Blacken Blend recipe.
