Serves 4

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

·         4 barramundi fillets, about 3-5 oz each

·         2 tablespoons melted butter or olive oil

·         4 brioche buns, potato buns, or split baguette sections

·         4 lettuce leaves

·         1 large tomato, sliced

·         Lemon wedges, for serving

·         Optional: pickles, tartar sauce, remoulade, or hot sauce

Blackened Seasoning:

·         2 teaspoons sweet or smoked paprika

·         1 teaspoon garlic powder

·         1 teaspoon onion powder

·         1 teaspoon dried oregano

·         1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

·         1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

·         1/2 teaspoon black pepper

·         1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste

Directions:

1.    Mix the seasoning: In a small bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, salt, black pepper, and cayenne.

2.    Season the fish: Pat barramundi fillets dry. Brush both sides with melted butter or olive oil, then coat evenly with the blackened seasoning.

3.    Cook the barramundi: Heat a cast iron skillet or heavy pan over medium-high heat. Cook fillets for 3–4 minutes per side, until the seasoning forms a dark crust and the fish is opaque and flakes easily.

4.    Toast the buns: While the fish rests, toast buns or baguette sections until lightly golden.

5.    Assemble the sandwiches: Spread tartar sauce, remoulade, or hot sauce on the buns if desired. Add lettuce, blackened barramundi, tomato slices, and pickles if using.

6.    Serve: Serve immediately with lemon wedges.