BLACKENED TROUT WITH SPICY KALE

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Smoky, spicy blackened fish was made famous by New Orleans' Paul Prudhomme. This simple version boosts caramelization with the addition of brown sugar, so you can use a bit less heat (which means less smoke in your kitchen) but still get the signature crunchy crust. Add a beans-and-greens side dish that gets kick from Louisiana green hot sauce and you have a super-flavorful meal ready in about 30 minutes.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
5 scallions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
2 1/2 teaspoons light brown sugar
2 15-ounce cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 15-ounce can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
3 cups frozen kale, turnip or mustard greens (about 8 ounces)
Louisiana-style green hot sauce
4 4-to-5-ounce trout fillets, pin bones removed, patted dry
Lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the celery and scallion whites and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic and 1 teaspoon each Cajun seasoning and brown sugar and cook, stirring, 30 seconds. Add the beans, tomatoes and 3/4 cup water; bring to a simmer and cook until the liquid is slightly reduced, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Stir in the kale and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the scallion greens and a few dashes of hot sauce.
  • Meanwhile, mix the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons each Cajun seasoning and brown sugar and sprinkle on the flesh side of each fish fillet. Heat 1/2 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat; add 2 fillets, seasoned-side down, and cook, undisturbed, until blackened on the bottom, 3 to 4 minutes. Carefully turn the fillets and cook until opaque, about 1 more minute. Transfer to plates. Repeat with the remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil and 2 fish fillets. Serve with the kale and lemon wedges.

Hassnain Hafeez
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I loved the crispy skin on the trout! The spicy kale was a nice addition, but I think I would have preferred it roasted instead of sautéed.


Karabo Sydwell
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices to the blackened seasoning and it was much better.


Anna Johannsen
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I'm not a fan of fish, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The trout was mild and flaky, and the spicy kale added a nice flavor.


Solar Eclipse
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The trout was cooked perfectly and the spicy kale was a great accompaniment.


Elaine Mendoza
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I thought the blackened seasoning was a bit overpowering, but the spicy kale was delicious. I'll try this recipe again with a milder seasoning.


Arfan Mughal
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The trout was cooked perfectly and the kale was a nice addition.


Hassan Rana rajpoot
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I'm not a huge fan of kale, but I really enjoyed it in this dish. The spiciness was just right and it paired well with the blackened trout.


TANDY OBIOHA
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I especially liked the way the blackened seasoning caramelized on the trout.


Deanna Michael
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I loved the crispy skin on the trout! The spicy kale was a nice addition, but I think I would have preferred it roasted instead of sautéed.


Lovely Queen
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices to the blackened seasoning and it was much better.


Faith Vidab
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I'm not a fan of fish, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The trout was mild and flaky, and the spicy kale added a nice flavor.


Nomfundo Madube
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The trout was cooked perfectly and the spicy kale was a great accompaniment.


Muhammad Sahan
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I thought the blackened seasoning was a bit overpowering, but the spicy kale was delicious. I'll try this recipe again with a milder seasoning.


Dillhan Cox
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This dish was a little too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The trout was cooked perfectly and the kale was a nice addition.


Avisanani Vazi
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook trout, and this recipe was a great find. The blackened seasoning and the spicy kale were a perfect combination.


Pranav Thapa
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the blackened trout and the spicy kale.


Legend Hridoy
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I especially liked the crispy skin on the trout.


GameCorruption's
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I'm not a huge fan of kale, but I really enjoyed it in this dish. The spiciness was just right and it paired well with the blackened trout.


shane ramdhan
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I love blackened fish, and this recipe did not disappoint. The trout was cooked perfectly and the kale was a great addition.


Leon Bothwell
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This trout recipe is a keeper! The blackened seasoning was flavorful and the spicy kale added a nice kick. I'll definitely be making this again.