Blackened Redfish with Cajun Butter

Step 1

Pat the redfish fillets dry and season both sides generously with cajun seasoning, paprika, and salt.

Step 2

Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a cast-iron skillet over high heat until it just begins to smoke.

Step 3

Place the fillets in the hot skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until blackened and the fish flakes easily and reaches 145°F internal temperature.

Step 4

Meanwhile, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan over low heat.

Step 5

Stir the garlic into the melted butter and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Remove the butter from heat and stir in the lemon juice and zest.

Step 7

Transfer the fillets to plates and spoon the garlic-lemon butter over the top to serve.