Blackened Fish with Steamed Spinach


Blackened Fish with Steamed Spinach
Make this classic Louisiana spice mix at home for a quick and easy dinner. Cod or flounder also work well with this savory flavor combination.
Equipment
- 12-inch nonstick skillet
Ingredients
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 4 halibut fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 9 oz pkg spinach
- 1 lemon
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, oregano, thyme, paprika, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Season with salt. Add the halibut fillets and turn to coat evenly in spice mixture.
- In a 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat the oil on medium-high until almost smoking. Cook fillets 3–4 min. on each side, until fish flakes with a fork.
- Meanwhile, microwave the spinach according to package directions. Season with salt and pepper. Serve fish over spinach. Cut the lemon into wedges. Squeeze lemon over spinach and fish to serve.