Blackened Catfish with Lemon Butter

Cajun-spiced catfish fillets seared hard in a cast iron skillet, finished with a bright lemon butter sauce.

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 20

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 340kcal

4 catfish fillets about 6 oz each
2 tbsp blackening seasoning (paprika cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano)
2 tbsp avocado oil
4 tbsp butter
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 clove garlic minced
Chopped parsley, for garnish

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Pat catfish fillets dry and coat generously with blackening seasoning on both sides.
Heat avocado oil in a cast iron skillet over high heat until just smoking.
Sear fillets 3–4 minutes per side, until a dark crust forms and fish flakes easily. Remove and set aside.
Wipe out the skillet, reduce heat to medium, and melt butter.
Add garlic and cook 30 seconds, then stir in lemon juice.
Spoon lemon butter over the fillets and garnish with parsley before serving.

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 340kcal | Protein: 32g | Fat: 22g | Fiber: 1g

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