Grilled Blackened Sea Bass Recipe

Name: Grilled Blackened Sea Bass
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 28 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons paprika; Garlic Salt, not used in recipe; Dried Thyme Leaves, not used in recipe; 1 tablespoon black pepper; Ground Red Pepper, not used in recipe; 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter; sea bass fillets; a squeeze of fresh lemon juice; fresh dill sprigs; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon cumin

Sizzle into summer with this irresistible grilled blackened sea bass recipe! Enjoy perfectly charred, flaky sea bass with a smoky depth of flavor. This recipe is quick, easy, and adaptable – you can even substitute catfish fillets for a delicious twist. Prepare for a taste sensation that'll leave you wanting more!

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 18 mins

Calories 83.5 kcal

Protein 0g

Rating 4.4 (16 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Grilled Blackened Sea Bass

2 tablespoons paprika
Garlic Salt, not used in recipe
Dried Thyme Leaves, not used in recipe
1 tablespoon black pepper
Ground Red Pepper, not used in recipe
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
sea bass fillets
a squeeze of fresh lemon juice
fresh dill sprigs
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cumin

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How to Make Grilled Blackened Sea Bass

Preheat your barbecue grill to medium-high heat. Clean the grates for optimal searing.
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons paprika, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper (adjust to your spice preference), 1 tablespoon black pepper, 1 tablespoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon cumin.
Melt 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) of unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Pour into a shallow pie plate.
Dip each sea bass fillet into the melted butter, ensuring both sides are evenly coated.
Generously sprinkle both sides of the buttered sea bass fillets with the blackened seasoning mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Carefully place the seasoned sea bass fillets on the preheated grill grates. Cover the grill and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the fish is blackened and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of your fillets.
Flip the fillets halfway through the cooking time to ensure even grilling and blackening.
Remove from grill and serve immediately with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and garnish with fresh dill sprigs.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

Fat

27g

Carbs

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