Description
This Cajun Blackened Catfish Recipe is a flavorful and spicy dish that’s quick and easy to prepare. The catfish fillets are seasoned with a blend of Cajun spices and seared to perfection, resulting in a delicious blackened crust. Serve with lemon wedges and fresh parsley for a zesty finish.
Ingredients
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Cajun Blackened Catfish:
- 4 catfish fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional Garnish:
- lemon wedges
- fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prep the Catfish: Pat the catfish fillets dry and brush with olive oil or melted butter.
- Season the Fillets: Combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne, black pepper, and salt. Rub the seasoning on both sides of the fillets.
- Cook the Catfish: Heat a cast-iron skillet, cook the fillets for 3–4 minutes per side until blackened and flaky.
- Serve: Garnish with lemon wedges and parsley before serving.
Notes
- For less heat, reduce the cayenne pepper.
- This dish pairs well with dirty rice, coleslaw, or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 catfish fillet
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
