Honey Blackened Fish

Blackened catfish with honey glaze being poured on top

4.73 from 11 votes

Made with Cajun Seasoning, fresh fish and a sticky, sweet honey glaze, this Blackened Fish recipe makes for the perfect Creole-inpsired dinner.

Prep Time15 mins

Cook Time25 mins

Total Time40 mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Cajun/Creole, soul food, Southern

Servings: servings

Calories: 434kcal

Author: Jocelyn Delk Adams

Ingredients

For the Blackened Seasoning

2 tbsp paprika
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp thyme
1 tbsp oregano
1 tsp salt
1 tsp celery seed
3/4 tsp cayenne pepper

For the Honey Glaze

1/2 cup honey
3 tbsp brown sugar
1 1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tsp minced garlic

For the Fish

4 fish fillets catfish or tilapia
1/2 cup melted butter
1/2 cup cajun seasoning

Instructions

For the Blackened Seasoning

Mix together all seasonings until completely whisked and blended.

For the Honey Glaze

Whisk together all glaze ingredients and set aside.

For the Fish

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Heat cast iron skillet over medium high heat.
While pan heats, add melted butter to one shallow dish and add blackened seasoning to another shallow dish.
Dip each fillet in melted butter then immediately dredge in blackened seasoning covering both sides. Shake off excess seasoning then place in hot pan.
Cook each side for 2-3 minutes. Finally pour honey glaze over fish and place in the oven for 10 minutes then serve.

Notes

Aquaculture-raised catfish have a much more consistent taste and none of that unwanted muddiness. Ask your fishmonger where they source their catfish; if they don’t know the answer you shouldn’t be buying it. Try a local fish market; it might be a bit pricier but the quality is much better.

You can also use tilapia or any other boneless fish fillet you desire for this recipe.

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