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Cayman-style Blackened Snapper

Cayman-style Blackened Snapper is a traditional Cayman Island recipe for a classic dish of fish coated in blackening spices that's fried to cook. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic Cayman Island version of: Cayman-style Blackened Snapper.

prep time

20 minutes

cook time

15 minutes

Total Time:

35 minutes

Serves:

6

Rating: 4.5 star rating

Tags : Spice RecipesCayman-islands Recipes



Cayman Style Blackened Snapper is a classic dish from the Cayman Islands that features a fresh snapper fillets coated in a flavourful blend of spices that's fried to cook.

Ingredients:
4 snapper fillets
2 tbsp ground allspice
1 tbsp paprika
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil

Method:

Combine the allspice, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl then mix with a fork to create the blackening seasoning.

Coat each snapper fillet with the blackening seasoning, pressing the seasoning into the fish to ensure it adheres.

Place a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the olive oil. Now layer in the snapper fillets.

Cook the fish for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish is blackened and cooked through.

Remove the snapper from the pan and serve immediately.