Blackened Catfish Fillets

Description
A Catfish recipe.

Ingredients

 * 1 tablespoon paprika
 * 1 teaspoon onion powder
 * 1 teaspoon garlic powder
 * 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
 * ¾ teaspoon white pepper
 * ¾ teaspoon black pepper
 * ½ teaspoon dried thyme
 * ½ teaspoon dried oregano
 * dash of salt
 * 4 u.s. farm-raised catfish fillets
 * ½ cup butter, melted
 * for garnish: lemon wedges

Directions

 * 1) Heat a large, cast-iron skillet or heavy aluminum skillet over high heat for 10 minutes.
 * 2) Mix paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, white pepper, black pepper, thyme, oregano and salt in a small bowl.
 * 3) Place melted butter in a shallow dish.
 * 4) Dip fillets in melted butter, then sprinkle with the seasoning mixture.
 * 5) Place fillets in the hot skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until blackened and fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.
 * 6) Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.