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Blackened Cod

Blackened Cod

If you’re looking for a new way to prepare your white fish, then you’ll definitely want to try this Blackened Cod recipe! This recipe combines a bold Cajun seasoning with firm but flakey and mild cod fish, pan seared to perfection! It has just the right amount of flavor and heat to keep you running back for more. It’s a super-fast recipe and can be paired with pretty much any side dish or be part of a tasty fish sandwich.

Cod is a healthful type of fish with many dietary benefits. It is high in protein and low in fat, which makes it an excellent protein source. Cod is also high in vitamins and minerals that are essential to bodily functioning. Like most fish, Cod has a good source of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Great article about Cod: “Is Cod Healthy? Nutrition, Calories, Benefits, and More”.

This dish is ready in about 15 minutes and is one of my favorite fish recipes to make for my family. Cod is a delicious and mild tasting fish with a large flaky texture, but still firm and meaty. It holds up well to bold spices and many different cooking preparations. This recipe works well with any other firm, white-fleshed fish such as halibut. Just remember that white, mild, low-fat fish can easily become dry, so make sure not to overcook them.

Quick and easy: All that you have to do is season the fish fillets and pan fry them for several minutes. This seasoned cod is ready to serve in around 15 minutes so it’s the perfect recipe after a long day.

Cajun Seasoning
Some store-bought Cajun seasonings have salt. But some do not contain any or don’t have enough, and in that case, you should add salt to taste.

Blackened Cod

More recipes to try!

If you love to recreate your favorite Seafood dishes at home, then you will want to try these recipes:
Air Fryer Cod
Shrimp and Black Bean Quesadillas

Easy Shrimp Ceviche

Shrimp Pad Thai

Shrimp Quinoa Bowls with Avocado Lime Dressing

Pesto Cod Recipe

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Blackened Cod

This Blackened Cod recipe is quite delightful. The buttery cod combined with the cajun spices is so delicious!
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Prep Time 9 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • ½ pound cod filet (cut into 2 portions)
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Fresh chives for garnish (chopped)

Instructions
 

  • Pat fish dry with paper towels. Sprinkle both sides with Cajun seasoning and salt. 
  • Heat a large skillet and add olive oil to skillet. Add the seasoned fish, and let cook, undisturbed until the bottom is blackened, about 1 to 3 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fish. 
  • Carefully flip the fish over and continue cooking until the fish lightly flakes, about 1 to 3 minutes depending on the thickness of the fish.
  • Garnish with chives and serve while warm.
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Healthier Burritos

Healthier Burritos

Looking for an easy meal that’s healthy, lower in calorie and still is satisfying and filling? This Healthier Burrito recipe is delicious and super simple to make!

This glorious combination of brown rice and black beans, veggies, chunky guacamole, and Mexican spices will be a hit among both kids and adult. Pair with extras like salsa or sour cream for the perfect finish.

Burrito is one of the most recognized staples of Mexican American cuisine. It’s a common food of Mexican and American origin consisting of a tortilla wrapped around a mixed filling of such as meat, cheese, beans, and vegetables. The deep-fried version of the burrito, popular throughout the American Southwest, is the chimichanga.

Today, the burrito is a versatile food carried around anywhere. This handheld treat should be savored, but it can also be enjoyed on the go, even while getting ready for school or on the way to work. The burrito is not only versatile in how it’s eaten but also in how it’s filled.

How to Make Healthier Burritos

First, lay down all tortillas then add equally to each Black Beans and Brown Rice, Chunky Guacamole, tomatoes and lettuce.

Next, fold in the sides and roll up the burrito. Repeat with remaining wraps and fillings.

Finally, heat a nonstick pan over medium heat. Add burritos, seam side down, and cook until golden brown. Turn burritos and toast on 1-2 more sides or until burritos have a crispy crust. Slice down the middle when you’re ready to enjoy.

Mexican food is almost everyone’s favorite! There’s something about those super colorful and flavorful ingredients that just call on us. Mexican food can be super healthy if we stick to mostly fresh wholesome ingredients. Brown rice, beans, lettuce, and bright red sweet tomatoes are all full of nutrients. This Healthier Burrito recipe is wonderful option to stay healthy and on budget.

More Mexican-Style Recipes you will Enjoy!
Shrimp and Black Bean Quesadillas
Easy Shrimp Ceviche
Shrimp Ceviche Boats

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Healthier Burritos

Healthier Burritos are full of yummy goodness, easy to prepare, and perfect for an on-the-go meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course lunch, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 6 medium whole wheat tortillas
  • 2 cups cooked "Black Beans and Brown Rice" (link above)
  • 1 cup "Chunky Guacamole" (link above)
  • 1 cup tomatoes (chopped)
  • 1 cup lettuce or your favorite greens (roughly chopped)
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (chopped) (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Lay down all tortillas then add equally to each Black Beans and Brown Rice, Chunky Guacamole, tomatoes and lettuce.
  • Fold in the sides and roll up the burrito. Repeat with remaining wraps and fillings.
  • Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat. Add burritos, seam side down, and cook until golden brown. Turn burritos and toast on 1-2 more sides or until burritos have a crispy crust.
  • Slice down the middle when you’re ready to enjoy.
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Air Fryer Mushrooms with Feta Cheese

Air Fryer Mushrooms with Feta Cheese

These earthy baby mushrooms are tender, juicy, savory and the perfect bite size treat. These Air Fryer Mushrooms with Feta Cheese are so delicious and so easy to make.

Mushrooms are great for you and they are full of vitamins. I love them and I cook with mushrooms a lot. They’re very versatile and are perfect for stuffing. Portobello Mushrooms are one of the most commonly consumed mushrooms in the world and are a source of B vitamins, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, and copper. Read more about the health benefits of mushrooms.

Should I wash mushrooms to clean? Do no rinse mushrooms caps or stems with water! Mushrooms are like sponges and will absorb liquid quickly. Instead, just use a damp paper towel to remove excess dirt.

What is feta cheese?
Feta is a Greek white cheese made from sheep’s milk or from a mixture of sheep and goat’s milk. Feta is not cooked or pressed but is cured briefly in a brine solution that adds a salty flavor to the sharp tang of goat’s or sheep’s milk. Compared to other cheeses, it’s low in calories and fat. Read more about the feta cheese: “Is Feta Cheese Good for You?”

If you can’t find feta cheese, then swap out for cheddar, mozzarella, or any other cheeses.  Please feel free to make changes and please share how it turned out.

What is an air fryer?
An air fryer is a miniature convection oven. It is a countertop cooking appliance that combines a heating element and a powerful fan to circulate hot air around your food so that it cooks more evenly and efficiently than in a normal oven. Air fryers produce foods that are crispy outside and moist and tender inside.

More Mushroom Recipes you will Enjoy!
Chicken Stuffed Mushrooms
Mushroom and Zucchini Sauté
Air Fryer Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

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Air Fryer Mushrooms with Feta Cheese

These Air Fryer Mushrooms with Feta Cheese are tender, juicy, savory, the perfect bite size treat. Plus, they’re super customizable and easy to make!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 9 medium-sized baby Bella mushrooms
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ tablespoon sea salt (or to taste)
  • ⅛ tablespoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning (or to taste)
  • ⅓ cup feta cheese (crumbled)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
  • Fresh chives for garnish (chopped)

Instructions
 

  • Wipe the portobello mushrooms clean and remove the stems. Add the mushrooms to the air fryer basket.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Divide the mixture between the mushrooms, drizzling over the inside. Top each mushroom with feta cheese and parsley.
  • Cook the mushrooms in a basket style air fryer at 400°F for 5-7 minutes or until the mushrooms are tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Garnish with chives.
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