This easy blackened salmon recipe is buttery, bold, and packed with flavor using Uncle Dibbz Straight Drop Rub. It can be made on the grill, in a skillet, or baked in the oven for a quick weeknight seafood dinner.

Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets, 6 to 8 ounces each
• 1/4 cup Uncle Dibbz Straight Drop Rub
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• Cooking spray or oil, for greasing

Instructions

1. Preheat your grill, stovetop skillet, or oven. For grilling or skillet cooking, use medium high heat. If baking, preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps the butter and seasoning stick better.
3. Brush the melted butter on both sides of each salmon fillet.
4. Generously coat each fillet with Uncle Dibbz Straight Drop Rub, pressing the seasoning gently onto the fish so it adheres.
5. If grilling, oil the grates and cook the salmon for 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until opaque and flaky.
6. If using a skillet, lightly grease the pan and cook the salmon over medium high heat for 4 to 5 minutes per side.
7. If baking, place the salmon on a greased baking sheet and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until cooked through and flaky.
8. Remove the salmon from the heat and let it rest for 1 minute before serving. Serve hot with roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.

Recipe Notes

For a deeper blackened crust, use a cast iron skillet and make sure the salmon is patted dry before adding the melted butter and seasoning. For a lighter option, bake the salmon instead of pan searing it.