Blackened Redfish
Dive into the bold and smoky flavors of Blackened Redfish, a classic Cajun-inspired dish that’s as simple as it is satisfying. Perfectly seasoned redfish fillets are coated in a fiery homemade spice blend featuring paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and a medley of aromatic herbs, then seared to perfection in a smoking-hot cast-iron skillet. The result? A beautifully charred crust that locks in the fish’s moist, flaky interior. Finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, this quick and flavorful recipe is ready in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a weeknight dinner or an elegant main course. Serve with your favorite side dishes, like roasted vegetables or rice, for a meal that captures the essence of Southern cooking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces redfish fillets
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 4 pieces lemon wedges
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, black pepper, white pepper, and kosher salt to make the Cajun spice blend.
Pat the redfish fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Brush each fillet with 1 tablespoon of melted butter on both sides.
Generously coat both sides of each fillet with the Cajun spice blend, pressing gently to adhere the spices to the fish.
Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat until it is smoking hot. Add the vegetable oil to the skillet and swirl to coat the surface.
Carefully place the seasoned fillets into the hot skillet, cooking two fillets at a time to avoid overcrowding. Sear the fish for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the outside is blackened and the fish is cooked through.
Repeat with the remaining fillets, adding more oil to the skillet as needed between batches.
Remove the fillets from the skillet and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the fish.
Pair with a side of vegetables, rice, or crusty bread for a complete and delicious meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1601 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 143.4 g | 184% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.0 g | 330% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 448 mg | 149% | |
| Sodium | 856 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.7 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 83.0 g | 166% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.0 mcg | 100% | |
| Calcium | 159 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1520 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
