Blackened Catfish

Blackened Catfish

Ingredients:
Catfish
Olive oil
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Salt
Black pepper
Cayenne pepper
Dried thyme
Paprika
Dried oregano

Directions:
1. Place the fish fillets in a large bowl and drizzle olive oil over them, let stand for 30 minutes. Combine spices in a 9-inch pie plate.
2. Heat a cast iron skillet upside down over high heat for 5 to 10 minutes or until very hot. Turn on vent fan during cooking to eliminate smoke.
3. Using a hot pad, turn pan right side up.
4. Remove fish fillets from oil and drain.
5. Dip each fillet into seasonings and coat each side evenly.
6. Put fillets in hot skillet and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side, turning only once.