BLACKENED CAJUN CATFISH

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Great served over brown rice with black bean and corn salsa on top.

Provided by Cheryl Howard

Categories     Fish

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 catfish filets
1/3 c butter, melted
2 Tbsp lemon juice
2 Tbsp dried thyme leaves
2 tsp salt
2 tsp black pepper
2 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp ground red pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Heat large cast iron skillet over high heat for 10 minutes.
  • 2. Rinse fillets and pat dry. Mix dry seasonings in a freezer bag. Brush both sides of fillets with lemon juice and butter. Sprinkle each side with spice mixture. Place 2 fillets, rounded side down, in hot skillet. Cook over high heat for 2 minutes. Turn fillets and cook 2-3 minutes, or until fish flakes easily when tested ith a fork. Repeat procedure with remaining fillets.
  • 3. Serve over brown rice with bean or fruit salsa.

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