I have been in the mood for fish, but the man in my house thinks fish MUST be battered and fried and I can't stand the mess in my kitchen. Tonight we are going to see how he likes crispy spicy grilled fish. You have to use something sort of firm, like catfish or salmon. Since my picky country boy won't eat salmon unless it is in salmon patties (which will have to be another night)we will go with catfish tonight.
You can buy blackening spice, but I have never found one to suit me that came ready made. I do have a recipe for one that I found in my all time favorite, most used cookbook. 1 teaspoon each dried thyme, oregano, paprika, ground red pepper, black pepper and salt (if you want it a little sweet, add 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar).
Preheat your grill or a heavy skillet till very hot. (spray with cooking spray or brush with oil first) Dip the fish in melted butter, lay in spice mix, covering both sides. Cook for about 5 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fish. Be prepared because this will really smoke.
The blackening spice is also really good on fried potatoes, chicken, pork chops. . . I try to make it when my herbs are fresh so I have it on hand all the time. This fish would go well with something cool like potato salad or cole slaw. Enjoy!
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