Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMansurs on the BoulevardBlackened Catfish Recipe

Blackened Catfish Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

With rice and beans

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Ingredients

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Catfish

Method

Preparation of Catfish

  1. 1

    Prepare the Spice Mixture

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

  2. 2

    Season Catfish

    Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of each catfish fillet.

  3. 3

    Heat the Pan

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.

  4. 4

    Cook the Catfish

    Add the seasoned catfish fillets to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish is blackened and cooked through.

Preparation of Rice

  1. 5

    Rinse the Rice

    Rinse the long-grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

  2. 6

    Cook the Rice

    In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.

Preparation of Beans

  1. 7

    Heat the Beans

    In a small saucepan, combine the canned black beans (drained and rinsed), cumin, garlic powder, and olive oil over medium heat.

  2. 8

    Simmer the Beans

    Cook the beans for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through. Season with salt to taste.

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