Best 6 Blackened Flounder Recipes

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Blackened flounder is a classic Cajun dish that combines the flavors of bold spices with the delicate texture of flounder. This dish is easy to prepare and can be cooked in a matter of minutes, making it a great option for a quick and delicious meal. The key to making blackened flounder is to use a good quality spice blend and cook the fish over high heat until it is blackened on both sides.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BLACKENED FLOUNDER: AIR FRYER & OVEN BAKED OPTIONS



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This blackened flounder recipe uses two simple ingredients and creates blackened flounder fillets that are savory and crisp on the outside full of spices and perfectly light and flaky on the inside with delicate white bites of fish! Create your fish dinner tonight in less than 10 minutes.

Provided by Jess

Categories     Gluten Free Dinner Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 3

2-4 flounder filets
3-4 tablespoons blackening spice for every 2 filets you are making
cooking spray or coconut oil

Steps:

  • Spread an ample amount (around 3-4 tablespoons) of blackening spice to the bottom of a large plate. Place each fish fillet on the spice-filled plate and coat both sides of the fish with the spice until it is fully covered on all sides with the spice.
  • Spray the bottom of the air fryer basket with cooking spray and then carefully place the fish fillets in the bottom of the air fryer basket with a spatula. Spray the top of each piece of fish with a light coating of cooking spray and close up the air fryer.
  • Set your air fryer to cook for 4 minutes at 400*F. Take the basket from the air fryer, use your spatula to flip each flounder fillet over to the other side, place the air fryer basket back in the air fryer, and cook for another 4 minutes at 400*F.
  • Check to make sure that the internal temperature of your fish reaches 145*F before removing from the air fryer. Allow the fish to cool for 1-2 minutes before removing the pieces from the air fryer, garnishing, and serving while still warm!

BLACKENED FLOUNDER RECIPE - (3.8/5)



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Provided by cwyorkiex3

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon dried parsley
2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
6 flounder fillets, about 1/4 inch thick
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine paprika, parsley, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, thyme and oregano in a small bowl and mix well. Dip fish fillets in olive oil. Sprinkle both sides of each fillet with the paprika mixture. Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat until smoking. Arrange fillets in a single layer on the hot skillet. Cook the flounder, turning once, until blackened, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Serve immediately.

PAN FRIED BLACKENED FISH



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This was taken from one of my favorite cookbooks, Miserly Meals! It is the only way we eat fish now!! If you like spicy, you will love this.

Provided by hannahsmommma

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 16m

Yield 4 fillets, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs fish (catfish, talapia, salmon, halibut, or red snapper)
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground thyme
1/2 teaspoon ground oregano
1/4 teaspoon cumin
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Combine all spices on a plate.
  • melt butter in a skillet.
  • coat fish with spices.
  • cook fillets in melted butter, about 3 min on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.8, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 22.9, Sodium 660, Carbohydrate 2.6, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.3, Protein 0.6

BLACKENED FISH



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This recipe calls for trout, but catfish or red snapper would be equally good. Be sure to have a well-ventilated kitchen!

Provided by SUSANHOR

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons dry mustard
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
6 (4 ounce) fillets trout
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix together paprika, dry mustard, cayenne pepper, cumin, black pepper, white pepper, thyme and salt; set aside. Heat a heavy cast iron pan on high heat until extremely hot, about 10 minutes.
  • Pour 3/4 cup melted butter into a shallow dish. Dip each fillet into butter, turning once to coat both sides. Sprinkle both sides of fillets with spice mixture, and gently pat mixture onto fish.
  • Place fillets into hot pan without crowding. Carefully pour about 1 teaspoon melted butter over each fillet. Cook until fish has a charred appearance, about 2 minutes. Turn fillets, spoon 1 teaspoon melted butter over each, and cook until charred. Repeat with remaining fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.2 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Cholesterol 148.4 mg, Fat 35.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 20.3 g, Sodium 428.4 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

BLACKENED FLOUNDER



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Provided by Lucy Chesna

Categories     30 Minutes or Less Meals     All Recipes     Categories     Dairy Free     Dinner     Fish and Seafood     Gluten Free     Keto     Low Carb

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4-6 flounder fillets, skin-on
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons granulated garlic
1 1/2 tablespoons onion powder
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon dried basil
1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 tablespoon salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Pat fish dry with clean paper towel.
  • Combine blackened seasoning: paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, basil, oregano, thyme, salt and pepper.
  • Rub fish all over with blackened seasoning
  • Drizzle 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil over seasoned fish; rub into the flounder
  • Bring a large cast iron skillet to medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of oil; swirl to coat the pan.
  • Sear it (skin-side up) for approx. 1-3 minutes (or until there is a good char).
  • Flip the fish over so skin side is down and place in the oven (middle rack and uncovered).
  • Let cook 10 minutes or until fully cooked (it should flake apart easily with a fork).
  • Remove from oven and serve immediately with rice, mashed cauliflower or salad

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 cal

BLACKENED FLOUNDER WITH MANGO SLAW



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The most refreshing meal to eat.

Provided by Gillian Rajchel

Time 35m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 teaspoon ground paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (4 ounce) fillet flounder
¼ cup cubed fresh mango
¼ cup cubed fresh pineapple
2 tablespoons diced red onion
2 tablespoons diced yellow bell pepper
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon chili-lime seasoning (such as Tajin®)
1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon lime juice
¼ teaspoon hot sauce
cooking spray
1 cup hot cooked rice
1 tablespoon sliced green onion

Steps:

  • Mix paprika, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. Rub spice mix onto flounder.
  • Mix mango, pineapple, red onion, bell pepper, vinegar, and chili-lime seasoning in a bowl until combined. Mix yogurt, lime juice, and hot sauce together in another bowl.
  • Spray a pan with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. Place flounder in the pan and cook, without turning, until blackened, about 4 minutes. Flip, and cook until the other side is blackened, about 3 more minutes.
  • Place flounder on top of hot rice. Top with mango slaw and drizzle lime crema sauce over top. Garnish with green onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400.2 calories, Carbohydrate 64 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 27.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 2861.8 mg, Sugar 12.6 g

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest flounder possible. Fresh flounder should have a mild, slightly sweet smell and firm, white flesh.
  • Blacken the flounder in a well-seasoned cast iron skillet. A cast iron skillet will help to create a nice, crispy crust on the fish.
  • Use a flavorful blackening seasoning. A good blackening seasoning will typically include paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper.
  • Blacken the flounder over high heat. This will help to create a nice, crispy crust on the fish.
  • Cook the flounder until it is cooked through. The fish should be opaque and flaky when it is done.
  • Serve the blackened flounder immediately. Blackened flounder is best served hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Blackened flounder is a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish. It is a great option for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With its crispy crust and flavorful seasoning, blackened flounder is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

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