CAJUN BLACKENED CATFISH

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This is a recipe that I obtained from a very good Cajun friend who is a native of Lafayette, Louisiana. His family adopted me (friendly) many years ago and we have swapped Cajun and Creole recipes through the years.

Provided by Paul Schultz

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Catfish

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried thyme
4 (4 ounce) catfish fillets, skinned
¾ cup unsalted butter

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, mix together the black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, parsley, cayenne pepper, kosher salt, oregano, and thyme until thoroughly combined. Press the catfish fillets into the spice mixture to thoroughly coat.
  • Arrange a portable heat source outdoors, such as a butane burner or side burner of a gas grill. Melt butter in a glass or metal bowl. Light the burner, and place a large cast-iron skillet onto the burner over high heat. Pour about 1/4 cup of melted butter into the skillet; set remaining 1/2 cup of butter aside.
  • When the butter in the skillet is smoking hot, lay the catfish fillets into the skillet. Cook until the spices are burned onto the fillets and the catfish is opaque and flaky inside, about 3 minutes per side. Don't breathe smoke from burning spices. To serve, pour remaining 1/2 cup of butter over the catfish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466.3 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 144.1 mg, Fat 43.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 23.9 g, Sodium 545.7 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

JO JOHN
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This is my favorite blackened catfish recipe.


Donise Cook
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I love this recipe! The catfish is always cooked perfectly.


Damian Raghoonanan
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This recipe is easy to follow and the catfish turns out great!


William Earls
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This blackened catfish recipe is a great way to spice up a weeknight dinner.


Kabelo William Matlala
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This recipe is a keeper! The catfish was cooked perfectly and the Cajun spices were spot-on.


Faizi 1609
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I'll definitely be making this recipe again. The catfish was delicious and the Cajun spices were amazing.


Sweetie Puppy
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This recipe is a winner! The catfish was crispy and flavorful, and the Cajun spices were perfect.


Alexa Schwam
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This is my go-to recipe for blackened catfish. It's easy to make and always turns out great.


Rao AbdulRehman
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I love this recipe! The catfish is always cooked perfectly and the Cajun spices are delicious.


Rofikul Miya
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This blackened catfish recipe is a must-try! The fish was cooked to perfection and the Cajun spices were amazing.


Alizay Khokhar
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The catfish was cooked well and the Cajun spices were flavorful.


Milan Bomjan
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I'm not a big fan of catfish, but this recipe changed my mind. The blackened Cajun spices were delicious and the fish was cooked perfectly.


Ayan1995 Khanayan
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This recipe is a great way to spice up a weeknight dinner. The catfish was flavorful and cooked quickly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Moses Ssentamu
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I love blackened catfish, and this recipe didn't disappoint. The catfish was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the Cajun spices were perfect.


Remo lombard
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This recipe was easy to follow and the catfish turned out great! I served it with a side of coleslaw and hush puppies, and it was a hit with my family.


Vanessa Byrd
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The catfish was cooked perfectly, but the Cajun spices were a bit too spicy for my taste. Next time, I'll use less cayenne pepper.


Elsie Sakwa
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This recipe is a keeper! The catfish was moist and flavorful, and the Cajun spices added a nice kick. I will definitely be making this again.


Javed Jaan
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I've tried many blackened catfish recipes, but this one is by far the best. The catfish was cooked evenly and the spices were spot-on. My family loved it!


zaib khan
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This blackened catfish recipe was an absolute delight! The Cajun spices gave it a perfect balance of heat and flavor. The fish was cooked to perfection, with a crispy crust and flaky interior.