Ingredients
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- 4-6 oz halibut fillets
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons blackened seasoning
- Lemon, for service
Blackened Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon dehydrated onion
- 2 1/4 teaspoons sea salt
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
- If making seasoning mix, combine all spices in a small bowl. Measure out 2 tablespoons of the spice mix to use in this recipe.
- Dry fish well with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. Then brush halibut fillets with melted butter and sprinkle with blackening seasoning.
- Preheat cast iron skillet over medium high heat. When hot, add fillets, seasoning side down. Brush the second side with butter and lightly season with remaining spices. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until the fillets are about 70% cooked through and the seasoning is deeply browned. Flip gently and sear for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fully cooked.ย
- Serve blackened halibut fillets with a fresh lemon wedges andย Easy Tartar Sauceย orย Fresh Mango Salsa.
Notes
- This blackened fish recipe can be made using almost any kind of fish, from cod to grouper to Mahi Mahi. Use what you have!
- The process of blackening fish depends on the milk solids in the butter to accelerate the "blackening" process. So while you can use oil instead of butter in the recipe, you'll miss out a bit on the authentic flavor.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Easy Recipes
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: American