Cajun Blackened Fish
This Cajun Blackened Fish is a simple and delicious weeknight dinner. This easy dinner looks dramatic, but requires just a few spices, fish filets, and a hot pan. Serve it with your favorite summer side and dinner is served in under 20 minutes!
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper for less heat lower or omit
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground white pepper
- 4 cod fillets about 2 lb., skin removed
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl mix together the cajun seasoning.
- On a plate rub spice mixture on evenly on both sides of fish fillets, shaking off any excess.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
- When hot, place fish in skillet and cook about 3-4 minutes on both sides until the flesh can easily be pierced without any resistance.
- Serve with avocado corn salsa or desired side.
Notes
You can swap out the cod with most any other firm fish, even salmon!
Nutrition
Serving: 1filet | Calories: 90kcal | Carbohydrates: 3.4g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 1.4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 700mg | Fiber: 1.7g | Sugar: 0.8g