Unleash the Flavors: Cajun Blackened Redfish Recipe

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • ¼cupbutter, melted and cooled

  • 1teaspooncayenne pepper

  • 1teaspoonfreshly ground black pepper

  • 1teaspoonlemon-pepper seasoning

  • 1teaspoongarlic powder

  • 1teaspoonsalt

  • 4(4 ounce) filletsred drum

  • 1 ¼cupsItalian-style salad dressing

Cooking Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

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  2. Place melted butter in a shallow bowl. Mix cayenne pepper, black pepper, lemon-pepper seasoning, garlic powder, and salt together in a small bowl. Dip fillets into butter, then sprinkle with seasoning mixture on both sides.

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  3. Heat a large skillet over high heat. Add fish and sear until slightly charred, about 2 minutes per side.

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  4. Transfer fillets to an 11×7-inch baking dish and pour Italian dressing over top.

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  5. Cover and bake in the preheated oven until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 30 minutes.

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Editor’s Note

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of Italian dressing. The actual amount consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe4
Calories454
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
38g
49%
Saturated Fat
12g
59%
Cholesterol
102mg
34%
Sodium
2078mg
90%
Total Carbohydrate
9g
3%
Dietary Fiber
0g
1%
Total Sugars
6g
Protein
20g
41%
Vitamin C
2mg
2%
Calcium
80mg
6%
Iron
2mg
9%
Potassium
372mg
8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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