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Blackened Catfish

Blackened Catfish

Catfish when cooked just right, becomes incredibly moist and tender. The secret to its taste lies in the combination of a well-seasoned cast iron skillet and the high heat that quickly sears the fish, creating a blackened crust to seal in the juices. In this recipe, we take fresh catfish and pair it with the bold, smoky flavors of the Carolina Cooker® Cajun Seasoning to fry up a truly mouth watering experience. Serve it up with a side of fluffy white rice and hushpuppies for the perfect seafood meal!

Prep: 5 minutes Cook: 10 minutes Serves: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Catfish filets
  • 1/2 Cup Cajun Seasoning
  • 1/4 Cup Avocado Oil
  • Lemon to serve
  • Served over rice

Directions

    1. Sprinkle Cajun Seasoning into a plate and dip catfish filets into seasoning. Be sure to turn to coat the entire surface
    2. Heat your cast iron griddle over high heat and add oil
    3. Add seasoned catfish filets onto the griddle, pressing to ensure good contact on the entire filet
    4. Sear for about 90 seconds each side and remove
    5. Allow to cool slightly before serving, serve over rice with a lime or lemon to garnish