Blackened Pickerel

Blackening is a cooking technique popularized in Louisiana that involves heavily seasoning the fish and cooking it at high heat to create a flavorful crust.

This is gluten free, high protein, low carb and non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Blackened Pickerel

Cooking Method: Pan frying Cuisine: American, Cajun Courses: Dinner, Main Course, Seafood Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Low Carb

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 16 ounce Pickerel fillets
• 2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 4 piece Lemon wedges

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, mix Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme.
2. Rub the spice mixture evenly on both sides of the pickerel fillets.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Place the fillets in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until blackened and cooked through.
5. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
6. Serve with lemon wedges and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 5g2%

Sugars 1g

Protein 30g60%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.