Wood-Fired Blackened Catfish with Spiced Remoulade

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Blackened catfish fillets cooked over wood fire for a smoky crust, served with a tangy, spiced Creole remoulade sauce. This Southern-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs catfish fillets, paprika, garlic powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Southern cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the blackening spice blend.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry 4 catfish fillets (6 oz each) and brush both sides with 2 tbsp olive oil. Generously coat each fillet with the spice blend, pressing it into the flesh.
  3. Step 3: Preheat a wood-fired grill or grill pan over high heat (about 500°F). Grill catfish fillets for 3-4 minutes per side until a dark crust forms and fish flakes easily with a fork.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp chopped capers, 1 tsp hot sauce, and 2 tbsp chopped parsley in a bowl to make the spiced remoulade.
  5. Step 5: Serve the blackened catfish hot with a dollop of remoulade sauce on the side.

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