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.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

Pat the redfish fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Brush each fillet with 1 tablespoon of melted butter on both sides.

Step 3

Generously coat both sides of each fillet with the Cajun spice blend, pressing gently to adhere the spices to the fish.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Repeat with the remaining fillets, adding more oil to the skillet as needed between batches.

Step 7

Remove the fillets from the skillet and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the fish.

Step 8

Pair with a side of vegetables, rice, or crusty bread for a complete and delicious meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	591.6 grams (591.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1601

Total Fat 143.40g	184%
Saturated Fat 66.00g	330%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 448mg	149%
Sodium 856mg	37%
Total Carbohydrate 13.70g	5%
Dietary Fiber 5.30g	19%
Total Sugars 1.50g
Protein 83.00g	166%

Vitamin D 800IU	4000%
Calcium 159mg	12%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 1520mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 76.9%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 3.3%