Bronzed Catfish Fillets Recipe

Name: Bronzed Catfish Fillets Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 x (8 ounce) Catfish fillets; 3/4 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp dry sweet basil leaves; 1/2 tsp dry oregano leaves; 1/2 tsp garlic pwdr; 1/4 tsp dry thyme leaves; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/4 tsp onion pwdr; 1/4 tsp paprika; 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper; 1/8 tsp white pepper; 2 Tbsp. melted butter; 1 Tbsp. lemon juice

Servings: persons

2 x (8 ounce) Catfish fillets
3/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp dry sweet basil leaves
1/2 tsp dry oregano leaves
1/2 tsp garlic pwdr
1/4 tsp dry thyme leaves
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp onion pwdr
1/4 tsp paprika
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
1/8 tsp white pepper
2 Tbsp. melted butter
1 Tbsp. lemon juice

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Cajun Culinary Guru, Chef Paul Prudhomme, first introduced the world to Louisiana cooking with his Blackened Redfish, bronzing is an extension of the blackening process.
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The food is not as charred and a little more delicate in flavor.
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Chefs across Louisiana owe a tremendous amount of gratitude to this Master of Cajun Cooking.
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Combine salt and spices together in a bowl and mix well.
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Place catfish in a bowl and sprinkle seasoning mix over fillets.
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Pour melted butter and lemon juice over fillets and stir till fillets are completely coated with seasoning mix.
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Preheat a medium skillet over medium heat for 5 min.
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Place catfish fillets, curved side down in the skillet, and cook for 2 min.
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Turn the fish and cook for an additional 1-minute.
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Then flip again and cook 1 more minute or possibly till cooked.
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Yields 2 servings.
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*When you are able to pierce the thickest part of the fillet easily, the fish is cooked.
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*Be extremely careful when flipping fish to avoid burning yourself.
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You should have your stove vent on during the cooking process to avoid filling your kitchen with smoke.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 x (8 ounce) Catfish fillets, 3/4 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp dry sweet basil leaves, 1/2 tsp dry oregano leaves, and more.

Yes, Bronzed Catfish Fillets Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!