Pan-Fried Blackened Red Snapper
This supper takes more effort, but it's well worth it.
Recipe Summary Pan-Fried Blackened Red Snapper
This is a recipe that I came up with one night after finding some red snapper in the freezer. It can also be done with catfish, flounder, perch, or pretty much any white fish. Remember that the thinner the fillet, the shorter the cook time.Ingredients | Fried Red Mullet1 tablespoon sweet paprika1 tablespoon salt1 tablespoon ground black pepper1 tablespoon onion powder2 teaspoons garlic powder2 teaspoons lemon pepper1 pinch cayenne pepper, or more to tasteΒΌ cup olive oil2 tablespoons butter4 (4 ounce) fillets red snapper, patted dryDirectionsMix paprika, salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, lemon pepper, and cayenne pepper together in a small bowl.Combine olive oil and butter in a small, microwave-safe bowl; heat in microwave until butter is melted, about 1 minute. Stir to blend butter into the oil.Brush some of the olive oil and butter mixture over both sides of each red snapper fillet. Sprinkle paprika mixture over both sides of each fillet.Heat leftover oil and butter mixture in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry red snapper until flesh flakes easily with a fork, 4 to 5 minutes per side.You can also used crushed dried onion instead of onion powder.If you like your fish spicy, use more cayenne pepper.Squeeze fresh lemon juice onto fish to add a tangy flavor.Info | Fried Red Mulletprep: 10 mins cook: 9 mins total: 19 mins Servings: 4 Yield: 4 fillets
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