Catfish Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Spice Mix

   In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

2. 2

   Season the Catfish

   Rub the spice mix all over the catfish fillets. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.

3. 3

   Cooking Options

   You can either grill, blacken, or fry the catfish. Choose one of the following methods:

4. 4

   Grilling

   Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Brush the catfish with olive oil and grill for about 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through.

5. 5

   Blackening

   Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat. Add a little olive oil and sear the catfish for about 3-4 minutes on each side until blackened and cooked through.

6. 6

   Frying (Benne Crusted)

   If you are making the benne crusted version, combine cornmeal and benne seeds in a shallow dish. Dredge the seasoned catfish fillets in the cornmeal mixture. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry the catfish for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.