Description
This blackened fish with rice is a flavorful, protein-packed dish featuring spicy, pan-seared fish fillets over seasoned rice. A quick and easy dinner idea!
Ingredients
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- 2 fish fillets (tilapia, catfish, or snapper)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Mix paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, black pepper, and salt in a small bowl.
- Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the fish fillets.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the fish for about 3-4 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through.
- In another pan, mix cooked rice with butter and stir until warm.
- Serve fish over rice, garnish with parsley, and add lime wedges.
Notes
- Adjust cayenne for desired spice level.
- Serve with steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Cajun, American