Pecan-crusted Blackfish Recipe
Deviled crab meat-stuffed and pecan-crusted with garlic potatoes and asparagus, finished with a Worcestershire butter sauce (can be prepared classically if preferred)
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Crab Stuffing
In a bowl, combine crab meat, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix well and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Blackfish
Take the blackfish fillets and create a pocket by cutting them horizontally without slicing all the way through. Stuff each fillet with the crab mixture.
- 3
Coat the Fish
Dredge each stuffed fillet in chopped pecans, pressing to adhere well.
Cooking
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Cook the Blackfish
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the pecan-crusted blackfish and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
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