Lemon Blacken Grouper
Experience bold, zesty flavors with this Lemon Blackened Grouper recipe, a seafood lover's dream! Perfectly seasoned with a blend of aromatic spices, including paprika, cayenne, and garlic powder, the grouper fillets are seared to perfection in a smoking hot cast-iron skillet, creating a gorgeous, crispy blackened crust. Enhanced with a generous squeeze of fresh lemon juice and garnished with vibrant parsley, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 25 minutes, making it a fantastic option for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Pair this savory dish with steamed vegetables, fluffy rice, or a crisp green salad for a restaurant-quality meal at home. Whether you're a fan of Cajun cuisine or simply looking to elevate your fish recipes, this Lemon Blackened Grouper is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6-8 oz each) grouper fillets
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons blackening seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 4 pieces lemon wedges
Instructions
Begin by patting the grouper fillets dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
In a small bowl, mix the blackening seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Brush both sides of each fillet lightly with 1 tablespoon of melted unsalted butter and squeeze 1/2 tablespoon of lemon juice over each piece.
Generously coat both sides of the fillets in the seasoning blend, pressing it onto the fish to ensure adherence.
Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat until it is smoking hot. Add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter and let it melt completely.
Carefully place the seasoned grouper fillets into the hot skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until a blackened crust forms.
Flip the fillets gently with a spatula and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Once cooked, remove the fillets from the skillet and transfer them to a serving platter.
Garnish the blackened grouper with fresh parsley and lemon wedges for an extra boost of freshness.
Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1422 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.3 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.5 g | 152% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 417 mg | 139% | |
| Sodium | 2427 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 197.2 g | 394% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 296 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 3760 mg | 80% | |
*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.
