Best 7 Blackened Catfish With Lemon Recipes

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**Blackened Catfish with Lemon: A Flavorful and Aromatic Southern Delicacy**

Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant and soulful flavors of the American South with blackened catfish. This delectable dish, a staple of Cajun and Creole cuisine, tantalizes taste buds with its tantalizing blend of spices, zesty lemon, and tender, flaky catfish fillets. Immerse yourself in the rich culinary traditions of the region as we delve into the secrets behind this iconic dish. From the perfect catfish selection to the art of achieving that signature blackened crust, our comprehensive guide will equip you with the knowledge and skills to recreate this Southern classic in your own kitchen. So, get ready to sizzle up your taste buds with this flavorful and aromatic masterpiece, sure to become a favorite among family and friends.

**Inside, you'll find:**

* The art of selecting the perfect catfish fillets for optimal flavor and texture.
* A step-by-step guide to creating the flavorful blackened spice blend, the key to achieving that iconic crust.
* Tips for cooking catfish to perfection, ensuring a tender and flaky interior.
* A zesty lemon butter sauce to complement the richness of the blackened catfish.
* Serving suggestions to elevate your blackened catfish dish to a restaurant-worthy experience.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CAJUN BLACKENED CATFISH



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This is a recipe that I obtained from a very good Cajun friend who is a native of Lafayette, Louisiana. His family adopted me (friendly) many years ago and we have swapped Cajun and Creole recipes through the years.

Provided by Paul Schultz

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Catfish

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried thyme
4 (4 ounce) catfish fillets, skinned
¾ cup unsalted butter

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, mix together the black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, parsley, cayenne pepper, kosher salt, oregano, and thyme until thoroughly combined. Press the catfish fillets into the spice mixture to thoroughly coat.
  • Arrange a portable heat source outdoors, such as a butane burner or side burner of a gas grill. Melt butter in a glass or metal bowl. Light the burner, and place a large cast-iron skillet onto the burner over high heat. Pour about 1/4 cup of melted butter into the skillet; set remaining 1/2 cup of butter aside.
  • When the butter in the skillet is smoking hot, lay the catfish fillets into the skillet. Cook until the spices are burned onto the fillets and the catfish is opaque and flaky inside, about 3 minutes per side. Don't breathe smoke from burning spices. To serve, pour remaining 1/2 cup of butter over the catfish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466.3 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 144.1 mg, Fat 43.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 23.9 g, Sodium 545.7 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

BLACKENED CATFISH WITH LEMON



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I have always been a fan of catfish. We lived in Baton Rouge, LA several years ago and I became a fan of blackened catfish. This is a wonderful recipe that is quick to fix.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Catfish

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb catfish fillet
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons thyme
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon oregano

Steps:

  • Place the fish fillets in a large bowl and drizzle olive oil over them, let stand for 30 minutes.
  • Combine spices in a 9-inch pie plate.
  • Heat a cast iron skillet upside down over high heat for 5 to 10 minutes or until very hot.
  • Turn on vent fan during cooking to eliminate smoke.
  • Using a hot pad, turn pan right side up.
  • Remove fish fillets from oil and drain.
  • Dip each fillet into seasonings and coat each side evenly.
  • Put fillets in hot skillet and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side, turning only once.

BARLOW'S BLACKENED CATFISH



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Cajun catfish served up with just the right touch of spices and flavor. This entree is perfect for a quick, excellent way to taste the unique flavor of catfish mixed with the traditional method of down south cooking, just without all the fat. Serve on top of white rice.

Provided by INDIANABARLOW

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Catfish

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons lemon pepper
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons pepper
1 pound catfish fillets
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup Italian-style salad dressing

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.
  • In a shallow, medium bowl, mix cayenne pepper, lemon pepper, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
  • Brush both sides of catfish fillets with butter. Rub fillets with the cayenne pepper mixture on both sides.
  • Heat a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat until really hot. Add fillets, and fry approximately 2 minutes on each side, until slightly blackened.
  • Arrange blackened fillets in a single layer in the prepared baking dish, and coat with Italian-style salad dressing. Bake 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, until fish is easily flaked with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Carbohydrate 8.5 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Fat 29.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 2478.2 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

BLACKENED CATFISH



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Blackened catfish is a staple in Creole and Cajun cuisine. The key is making your own signature blackening seasoning and using a hot cast iron skillet.

Provided by Kristina Vanni

Categories     Dinner     Entree     Spice Mix

Time 16m

Number Of Ingredients 19

For the Blackening Spice Mixture:
4 tablespoons paprika
1 1/2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon granulated garlic
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1/2 tablespoon white pepper
1/2 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
1/2 tablespoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
For the Catfish:
4 (5 ounce) catfish fillets (skinless)
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
For Garnish:
1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • To serve, sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 109 mg, Fiber 10 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 2799 mg, Sugar 9 g, Fat 21 g, ServingSize 4 fillets, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

BLACKENED CATFISH



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Provided by Claire Robinson

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped chives
2 lemons, thinly sliced
Compound butter
4 (8-ounce) fresh skinless, boneless catfish fillets
1/4 cup Creole seasoning (recommended: Tony Chachere's)
Whole chives, for garnishing

Steps:

  • In a bowl, add the butter, Creole spices, lemon zest and juice, salt and pepper and mix to combine. Stir in the chopped chives and set aside. The butter can be made ahead and chilled; bring to room temperature before using.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Preheat a large well-seasoned cast iron skillet or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Line the bottom of a 9 by 11-inch baking dish with the lemon slices and dollop half of the compound butter evenly over the lemon.
  • Evenly coat both sides of each fish fillet with 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning. Working in batches if necessary, add the seasoned fillets to the hot skillet, and cook 2 minutes on each side to just toast and brown the seasoning. With a spatula, carefully place the seared fish on top of the buttered lemon slices in the baking dish. Bake until fish easily breaks apart with a fork, 12 to 15 minutes. Immediately top each hot fillet with a spoonful of compound butter; transfer to heated serving plates and garnish with a few whole fresh chives crossed like an x over each fillet.

BLACKENED CATFISH



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 4h23m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons peanut oil, for frying
4 catfish filets
1 1/2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoons cayenne pepper
1 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoons onion powder
1 tablespoons thyme
Cajun Remoulade, recipe follows
2 tablespoon chopped Gherkin pickles
2 teaspoons capers
1 teaspoon chopped parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Dash hot sauce
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Preheat a cast iron skillet to medium high with peanut oil.
  • Mix dry ingredients together. Cover both sides of catfish with the seasoning mix and place in skillet.
  • Cook on one side for 4 minutes and turn when cooked halfway through. Cook for another 4 minutes on the other side. Remove from pan and serve with Cajun remoulade.
  • Mix all ingredients together well. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

SPICY BLACKENED CATFISH



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Categories     Fish     Quick & Easy     Mardi Gras     Kwanzaa     Spice     Pan-Fry     Gourmet

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons sweet paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 catfish fillets (about 1 pound)
1 large garlic clove, sliced thin
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
lemon wedges as an accompaniment

Steps:

  • In a small bowl combine the paprika, the oregano, the thyme, the cayenne, the sugar, the salt, and the black pepper, pat the catfish dry, and sprinkle the spice mixture on both sides of the fillet, coating them well. In a large skillet sauté the garlic in the oil over moderately high heat, stirring, until it is golden brown and discard the garlic. Add the butter, heat it until the foam subsides, and in the fat sauté the catfish for 4 minutes on each side, or until it is cooked through. Transfer the catfish fillets with a slotted spatula to 2 plates and serve them with the lemon wedges.

Tips:

  • Use a cast iron skillet or grill pan for the best results. This will help to create a nice sear on the catfish.
  • Make sure the catfish is dry before cooking. This will help to prevent the fish from sticking to the pan.
  • Season the catfish liberally with blackened seasoning. This will help to give the fish a nice flavor.
  • Cook the catfish over high heat for a few minutes per side, or until it is cooked through. Do not overcook, or the fish will become dry.
  • Serve the catfish immediately with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Blackened catfish is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The fish is cooked in a flavorful blackened seasoning, and it is served with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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