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.