Blackened Catfish and Shrimp

Ingredients

• catfish fillets
• shrimp

Cajun dynamite dust

• ½ cup paprika
• 6 tbsp kosher salt
• ¼ cup coarsely ground black pepper
• 3 tbsp basil
• 3 tbsp filé powder
• 2 tbsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp dry mustard
• 2 tbsp onion powder
• 2 tbsp dried oregano
• 2 tbsp cayenne (reduce by ½ if you want it mild)
• 2 tbsp white pepper
• 2 tbsp dried thyme

Directions

Cajun dynamite dust

1. Mix all ingredients together to make the Cajun dynamite dust that you will use in the blackened catfish.
2. To store, place in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.

Catfish and shrimp

1. Place the Cajun dynamite dust seasoning on a flat plate.
2. Coat each catfish fillet and shrimp with seasoning.
3. Using your hands, rub the seasoning into the fish and shrimp.
4. Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat until very hot, add butter and heat until sizzling.
5. Add catfish and shrimp and pan fry until blackened on both sides, turning once.
6. Serve on a bed of red beans and rice.