How to Make Blackened Cajun Halibut

 

Blackened Cajun Halibut is a popular dish in and around Louisiana. It can be tough to sear the outside, yet keep the inside moist and flaky, but the results are well worth the effort. For this recipe, it is best to be cooking outside over an open fire, or with an outdoor burner since there can be flare-ups and quite a bit of smoke.

Ingredients

• 1 lb. unsalted butter
• 1/2 tsp. black pepper
• 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp. dry thyme
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 tsp. onion powder
• 2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. white pepper
• 4 fish fillets (any white fish: halibut, pompano, redfish, etc...) 

Steps

1. Clarify the butter. Slowly melt the butter in the small saucepan, it will separate. There will be a 'skin' on the top, remove this and discard. The only part needed is the clear butterfat, spoon this into a small dish and reserve. The milky liquid layer in the bottom of the pan can also be discarded. 
2. Make the seasoning. Just mix all of the dry ingredients in a small bowl.
3. Trim your fillets. This step may not be necessary. As long as the fillets are no longer than the skillet, and about 1/2 inch thick, leave them be.
4. Heat the skillet over an open fire, or over a burner. Don't worry about it getting too hot, it's not possible. This should take about 10 minutes.
5. Prepare the fillets. Brush each side heavily with the clarified butter, then season with the mixed dry ingredients.
6. Once the skillet is screaming hot, carefully lay the fillets in with a long handled spatula. Don't crowd them. It is best to only cook one or two at a time. Be careful here, as you lay the fillet in the pan, it is likely to flare up.
7. Spoon some of the butter over the top of the fish.
8. Cook for 1-2 minutes. It's ready to turn when the bottom is charred. Be careful not to overcook them, or the fish will taste burned rather than blackened.
9. Flip the fillets. Again, spoon butter over the tops to keep the fish moist.
10. Repeat with the remaining fillets.
11. Serve your amazing Cajun Halibut. These are delicious with rice and steamed vegetables, or baked potatoes and roasted vegetables. Experiment to find your favorite meal. 

Tips

• You must use a cast iron skillet. Any other type of skillet will not transfer heat well enough for this recipe.
• Blackening fish can ruin the seasoning of a cast iron pan. it is best to use a pan that already needs to be re-seasoned. 

Warnings

• Be careful when cooking. Blackening fish can cause flare-ups, which will not affect the fish, but could burn you. This is the reason that it is best to cook outside. 

Things You'll Need

• A large cast iron skillet
• A long handled spatula
• Measuring spoons
• Mixing bowl
• Small saucepan 

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• How to Cook Halibut

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How to Make Baja Fish Tacos

A nice and unique BBQ recipe that fish lovers would enjoy. Have something different than hotdogs, hamburgers, or steak. Try these baja fish tacos.

Ingredients

• Tilapia (can also use grouper or any other firm fish like swordfish or sea bass)
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 3 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• Salt, to taste
• Flour tortillas, at least one per person
• Head of lettuce, diced

Steps

1. Pre-heat the grill to a medium high heat. Cut the fish into equal slices.
2. Make the marinade. Combine the cumin, chili powder, lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and coriander in a small bowl. Season with salt and stir altogether.
3. Cook the fish with the marinade. Place the fish in a grilling basket over direct heat for about two minutes. Using a grilling basket avoids the fish falling apart.
4. Flip the fish and grill it for another minute or so. Place the tortillas on the grill for 15 seconds on each side until they have light grill marks on them.
5. Assemble your tacos. Lay down a thin bed of lettuce in the middle and then lay a piece of fish on the lettuce. Dress the fish with Pico de Gallo and drizzle on some lime juice.

Video 

 

Things You'll Need

• Grill
• Grilling basket
• Marinating brush
• Small bowl
• Tongs
• Measuring utensils 

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Related wikiHows

• How to Cook Mussels
• How to Make a Fish and Basil Toastie
• How to Make Pan Fried Turbot
• How to Eat Dried Fish

Sources and Citations

• 5min.com's How to Make Baja Fish Tacos - Original source of information, shared with permission

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How to Make Bacalhau

 

Bacalhau was first created by the Spaniards in the 15th century. The method of drying and salting cod fish was first developed the Bay of Biscay in Newfoundland. This method then spread to surrounding European countries in the early 1640s. Thus creating the Tradition Spaniard dish Bacalhau!

Ingredients

• Salt
• 2 lbs of Cod fish
• Potatoes
• 6 Eggs
• 1 Large Onion
• 1 Small Onion
• Olive Oil
• Vegetable Oil

Steps

1. Boil out the salt in a pot filled with water (enough water to cover the cod)
2. Boil the cod twice (the first time stop until it stops boiling then strain the cod and repeat the process)
3. Put 6 eggs into pan and boil with water (leave eggs in for 4 minutes)

1. When finished boiling, run eggs under cold water and peel off shell
2. Chop up 6 potatoes (keep in mind for 2 potatoes feeds 1)

1. Thinly slice onions

1. Fry onions in a deep frying pan with half cup of vegetable oil

1. When putting onions in frying pan separate the rungs from each other to make it cook evenly (takes about 15 minutes to get brown don’t be discouraged with the amount of onions, when cooked onions will be soft and yellow)
2. De-bone the cod (feel for the bones using your hands)
3. Mix and blend cod in with the onions so it retains the taste and boil on low

1. Preheat the stove to 350
2. Put mixed cod and onions onto the bottom of the pan
3. Lightly pour olive oil onto the onions and cod

1. Slice the eggs and put a layer on top of the onions and cod
2. Then put a layer of potatoes on top of the eggs (do not mash the potatoes)
3. Put the remaining egg slices on top of the potatoes
4. Drizzle a bit of olive oil on the finished product

1. Put dish into the oven for 10-15 minutes (until it browns)

1. Let it cool for 5 minutes then serve!

Tips

• In a hurry? To save time use a gas stove. This will ensure that your dish will cook in less time.

Things You'll Need

• Stove
• Pan
• Baking Dish
• Measuring Cup 

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Sources and Citations

• http://www.jacob-bjorge.com/default.aspx?menu=15

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How to Make Ackee and Saltfish  

 

Ackee is Jamaica's national fruit. It is also used to prepare the national dish, Ackee & Saltfish. Jamaica is one of the few countries in the world where ackee is widely consumed, possibly because long ago they were one of the few countries to discover how to properly prepare it. Linstead Market Jamaica's canned Ackee is the closest you can get to an ackee tree when far from home.

Ingredients

• 1 19oz cans Linstead Market Jamaica Ackee
• 1 lb saltfish (salted cod)
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 1/2 tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 bell pepper chopped
• 1/2 large onion, chopped or in rings
• 1 stalk escallion,chopped
• 1 1/2 scotch bonnet hot pepper, diced
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Steps

1. Soak the saltfish overnight, as this minimizes the salt content.
2. Rinse and flake the fish with a fork. Preboiling the fish is not necessary.
3. Drain the liquid from the ackee can.
4. Saute the tomatoes, sweet pepper, onion, hot pepper and garlic in a large saucepan.
5. Add the saltfish and ackee to the mixture. Stir lightly at mid heat.
6. Allow saute for a few minuites in order for flavours to blend. Add black pepper to taste.
7. Serve hot with food of choice.

Tips

• Variation: Use crispy bite sized pieces of bacon, corned pork or chicken breast as a substitute for, or in addition to saltfish. 

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