Blackened Catfish a La Mer

Dive into the bold, Southern-inspired flavors of Blackened Catfish a La Mer—a showstopping seafood dish that pairs perfectly seasoned, seared catfish fillets with a luscious cream sauce infused with shrimp, lump crab meat, garlic, and a hint of lemon. This recipe takes just 40 minutes from start to finish and combines the smoky spice of blackened seasoning with the richness of butter and heavy cream for a truly indulgent dining experience. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or elevate a weeknight dinner, the combination of tender catfish with the luxurious “a la mer” sauce is pure perfection. Garnished with fresh parsley, this savory and elegant entrée is best served with crusty bread or over a bed of rice to soak up every drop of the decadent sauce. Perfect for seafood lovers, this dish captures the essence of coastal cuisine in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 fillets catfish fillets
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons blackening seasoning
• 1 cup shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1 cup lump crab meat
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Pat the catfish fillets dry with paper towels.

Step 2

Rub both sides of the fillets generously with blackening seasoning.

Step 3

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot.

Step 4

Add the fillets to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until the fish develops a dark, crusty exterior and is cooked through. Remove the fillets and set them aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 7

Stir in the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the heavy cream and lemon juice. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 9

Gently fold in the lump crab meat, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes to warm the crab meat through.

Step 10

Plate each catfish fillet and generously spoon the seafood cream sauce over the top.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1242.1 grams (1242.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2365

Total Fat 173.30g	222%
Saturated Fat 84.70g	424%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 1230mg	410%
Sodium 3620mg	157%
Total Carbohydrate 12.60g	5%
Dietary Fiber 3.40g	12%
Total Sugars 0.60g
Protein 174.80g	350%

Vitamin D 422IU	2111%
Calcium 367mg	28%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 2824mg	60%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.5%

Protein: 30.3%

Carbs: 2.2%