Spice up your dinner with this flavorful Cajun Blackened Redfish recipe!

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Spice up your dinner with this flavorful Cajun Blackened Redfish recipe!
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
60mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on February 19, 2024

This Cajun Blackened Redfish recipe is a classic Southern dish that is sure to impress. The redfish is coated in a spicy Cajun seasoning blend and cooked to perfection in a cast iron skillet. Serve it with a side of rice and vegetables for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 redfish fillets
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season the redfish fillets with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning on both sides.
  3. Melt the butter and olive oil in the skillet.
  4. Place the seasoned redfish fillets in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until blackened and cooked through.
  5. Serve hot with your favorite side dishes.

Interesting Facts

  • Blackening is a cooking technique popular in Cajun cuisine that involves searing seasoned meat or fish in a hot skillet.
  • Redfish, also known as red drum, is a popular fish in the Gulf of Mexico and is often used in Cajun and Creole dishes.