Blackened Fish Seasoning
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This recipe came from Paul Prudhomme's first cookbook. I've tried other recipes and store bought mixes, but I always come back to this one. You can add more cayenne if you want it spicier (the original calls for twice the amount below), but I usually make just like below and then spice it up at the time of use if I feel like it.

Just use liberally on fish, chicken, or pork. Coat the meat with melted butter, then put on a good coating of this spice mix. Cook in a very hot skillet (cast iron works great).


2 tbls paprika
1 tbls salt
2 tsp onion powder
2 tsp garlic powder
1 1/2 tsp white pepper
1 1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp thyme
1 tsp oregano

Combine all the ingredients, and store in an airtight container.

Cliff Note: I sometimes substitute 1/2 tbls of smoked paprika for part of the regular sweet paprika.

 

Source: Chef Paul Prudhomme's Louisiana Kitchen