Description

A flavorful and versatile fish seasoning blend perfect for enhancing any skinless, boneless fish fillets. This seasoning mix combines fragrant spices like smoked paprika, mustard powder, and ground cardamom to give your fish a deliciously smoky and slightly spicy taste. Cooked simply in butter on the stovetop, it results in tender, golden, and aromatic fish fillets ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a refined meal.

Ingredients

Scale

Seasoning Mix

1 tsp celery salt (or 3/4 tsp salt)
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp mustard powder
1/4 tsp mace
1/4 tsp allspice
1/8 tsp ground clove
1/8 tsp ginger powder
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (or pure chilli powder)
1/8 tsp ground cardamom

Fish and Cooking

750g (1.5 lb) fish fillets, skinless, boneless (flathead recommended)
45g (3 tbsp) unsalted butter
30g (2 tbsp) extra unsalted butter for drizzling (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the seasoning: In a bowl, combine celery salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, mustard powder, mace, allspice, ground clove, ginger powder, cayenne pepper, and ground cardamom. Mix thoroughly. This seasoning mix can be stored for months in an airtight container and is perfect for 750g of fish.
Season the fish: Sprinkle the seasoning blend evenly on both sides of the fish fillets. Lightly rub to ensure the seasoning adheres well to the fish surface.
Cook the first batch of fish: In a large non-stick skillet, melt 30g (2 tbsp) of unsalted butter over medium-high heat. Once foaming, place the seasoned fish fillets in the skillet. Cook each side until golden and cooked through, adjusting the time depending on thickness (approximately 3-4 minutes per side). Then remove the fish to a plate.
Cook the remaining fish: Melt the remaining 15g (1 tbsp) of butter in the same skillet and cook the rest of the fish fillets using the same method until golden and cooked through.
Rest the fish: After cooking, let the fish rest on the plate for 3 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute for tender, moist fillets.
Prepare extra butter sauce (optional): Add the optional extra 30g (2 tbsp) unsalted butter to the skillet over medium heat. Melt until it becomes foamy, then drizzle this buttery sauce over the rested fish when serving for enhanced richness and flavor.

Notes

The seasoning mix can be stored in an airtight container for several months, making it a handy staple for quick fish meals.
Flathead fish fillets are recommended, but this seasoning works well with any boneless, skinless white fish.
Cooking times may vary depending on fish thickness; ensure fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Use a non-stick skillet to prevent fish from sticking and to achieve a nice golden crust.
The extra butter sauce adds a luxurious finishing touch but is optional for a lighter dish.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Australian

Keywords: fish seasoning, fish fillets, fried fish, butter fish recipe, easy fish dinner, spice rub for fish, stovetop fish recipe