Blackened Salmon with Cajun Garlicky Kale

Directions

1. 1
   Sprinkle the salmon fillets with Cajun seasoning and sea salt.
2. 2
   Allow the skillet to cool until it is no longer smoking.
3. 3
   Heat the oil in a 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat until the oil is very hot.
4. 4
   Place skillet back on the burner over low heat.
5. 5
   Carefully place salmon on the hot skillet flesh-side down and cook for 3 minutes. Carefully flip and cook on the skin side for 6 minutes. Continue cooking and flipping until the salmon is cooked through (depending on the thickness of the salmon, this may take an additional 2 to 10 minutes).
6. 6
   Add the oil and garlic.
7. 7
   Remove the cast iron skillet from the heat and transfer the salmon to a plate.
8. 8
   Saute, stirring frequently, until garlic has softened, about 2 minutes.
9. 9
   Add the chopped kale, lemon zest and Cajun seasoning. Cover and cook until kale has wilted, about 2 minutes.
10. 10
    Remove cover and continue cooking until any excess liquid has burned off.
11. 11
    Serve Salmon with Garlicky Cajun Kale.