Blackened Catfish

Serves: 2
Cook time: 1

Cajun

Ingredients

1 tsp black pepper
1 lbs catfish
1 tsp cayene pepper
1 Tbsp garlic powder
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp onion powder
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp salt
2 tsp thyme
1 tsp white pepper

Steps

  1. Place the fish fillets in a large bowl and drizzle olive oil over them, let stand for 30 minutes
  2. Combine spices in a 9-inch pie plate.
  3. Heat a cast iron skillet upside down over high heat for 5 to 10 minutes or until very hot.
  4. Turn on vent fan during cooking to eliminate smoke.
  5. Using a hot pad, turn pan right side up.
  6. Remove fish fillets from oil and drain.
  7. Dip each fillet into seasonings and coat each side evenly.
  8. Put fillets in hot skillet and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side, turning only once.