This blackened catfish recipe is a true southern classic. The fish is seasoned with a homemade spice mix, pan-fried to perfection, and served with a squeeze of fresh lemon. It's a quick and easy meal that's packed with flavor.
Ingredients
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4 pieces catfish fillets
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2 tbsp paprika
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1 tbsp cayenne pepper
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1 tbsp black pepper
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2 tbsp garlic powder
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1 tbsp salt
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2 tbsp butter
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1 piece lemon
easy
quick
Spicy
Southern
catfish
blackened
Main Course
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- short description
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Mix the spices together in a bowl.
Coat the catfish fillets in the spice mix.
Heat the butter in a skillet.
Cook the catfish for 4-5 minutes on each side.
Serve with a squeeze of lemon.
- detailed description
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In a small bowl, combine the paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, garlic powder, and salt.
Pat the catfish fillets dry and then coat them evenly in the spice mix.
Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the butter is melted and the skillet is hot, add the catfish. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and the outside is blackened.
Remove from heat and serve the catfish with a squeeze of fresh lemon.
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