Description
This Cajun Blackened Catfish recipe brings the heat and delicious Cajun flair right to your kitchen! Perfect for a quick dinner or when you want to impress guests, this dish is full of flavor and a delightful crust that is sure to please.
Ingredients
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- Spice Mix:
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- For the Catfish:
- 4 (4-ounce) catfish fillets, skinned
- ¾ cup unsalted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Spice Mix: In a shallow bowl, combine kosher salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, parsley, oregano, and thyme.
- Coat the Catfish: Press the catfish fillets into the spice mixture, ensuring they are well coated on both sides.
- Melt the Butter: In a bowl, melt the butter and set aside. You will use some for cooking and some to drizzle over the finished catfish.
- Preheat Cast Iron Skillet: Heat a large cast-iron skillet on high heat (this dish produces a lot of smoke, so cooking outdoors or in a well-ventilated area is recommended). Pour about 1/4 cup of melted butter into the skillet.
- Cook the Catfish: Once the butter in the skillet is smoking hot, lay the seasoned catfish fillets in the pan. Cook for about 3 minutes per side, or until the spices blacken and the fish becomes flaky and opaque.
- Serve: Once cooked, drizzle the remaining butter over the catfish fillets for added richness.
Notes
- For best results, ensure your butter is very cold before melting.
- This dish can produce a lot of smoke, so ensure proper ventilation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg