Description
This blackened cod fish recipe is full of flavor and only made with a handful of ingredients. Serve with a simple side for a nutritious dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 oz. cod fillets (thawed)
- 1 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1 tsp. sea salt
- 1 tsp. granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp. onion powder
- 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp. cayenne
- 2 Tbsp. butter, divided
Instructions
- Pat fish dry with paper towel.
- In a small bowl, mix together smoked paprika, sea salt, sugar, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, and cayenne pepper.
- Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter and brush onto both sides of fish and sprinkle with seasoning on both sides.
- Melt remaining butter in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook fish for about 4 minutes, carefully flip over, and cook another 2-3 minutes, until cooked through and flaky.
Keywords: blackened cod recipe, blackened cod fish, blackened cod