Blackened Catfish and Spicy Rice Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup white rice
• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• teaspoon hot pepper sauce
• 1 teaspoon ground thyme
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• teaspoon garlic powder
• teaspoon onion powder
• teaspoon paprika
• teaspoon dried dill weed
• teaspoon lemon pepper
• 2 (8 ounce) fillets catfish
• cup butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice, or to taste

Directions

Step 1: In a saucepan, bring the rice, water, Cajun seasoning, and hot pepper sauce to a boil.

Step 2: Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and all the liquid has been absorbed.

Step 3: While the rice is cooking, combine the thyme, black pepper, cayenne pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dill weed, and lemon pepper in a bowl. Stir until well blended.

Step 4: Brush the catfish fillets with melted butter, then evenly sprinkle both sides of the fillets with the seasoning mixture.

Step 5: Heat any remaining melted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pan-fry the seasoned catfish fillets for 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until the fish easily flakes with a fork.

Step 6: To serve, place the catfish fillets over the seasoned rice. Pour any leftover butter from the skillet over the fish and sprinkle with lemon juice to taste.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.