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Brown Sugar Cajun Salmon

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Tricia Voyles
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“Be strong and courageous. ” – Joshua 1:9

Salmon fillets rubbed with brown sugar and Cajun seasoning, then seared until the sugar caramelizes into a sweet-and-spicy crust. A four-ingredient dinner that hits big flavors fast.

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 2 Tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Mix brown sugar and Cajun seasoning. Rub mixture over salmon.

Heat oil in skillet. Cook salmon 4 minutes per side until caramelized.

Nutrition

Per Serving (approximate)
410
Calories
33g
Protein
12g
Carbohydrates
24g
Fat
10g
Sugar
Nutrition Calories: 410 | Carbs: 12g | Sugar: 10g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 24g
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