Ingredients
4 catfish fillets
4 tbsp butter
½ cup paprika
6 tbsp kosher salt
¼ cup coarsely ground black pepper
3 tbsp basil
3 tbsp filé powder
2 tbsp garlic powder
2 tbsp dry mustard
2 tbsp onion powder
2 tbsp dried oregano
2 tbsp cayenne, reduce to 1 tbsp if you want it mild
2 tbsp white pepper
1 tbsp lemon pepper
2 tbsp dried thyme
Preparation
Preheat a cast iron skillet to high heat.
Combine the ingredients for cajun dust in a bowl. Mix.
Liberally coat each catfish fillet seasoning. Using your hands, rub the seasoning into the fish.
Add butter into the pan and heat until sizzling.
Add catfish to pan fry until blackened on both sides, turning once.
Serve on a bed of grits, beans, or rice. Enjoy your black catfish!
