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Blackened Walleye Recipe

Published: Jan 30, 2023 · Modified: Feb 8, 2023 by Lara Clevenger, Registered Dietitian This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... 4 Comments

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This Blackened Walleye recipe is easy and delicious. Make tender and fluffy walleye in less than 10 minutes!

Blackened Walleye on a white plate and fork in the walleye
Table of Contents
  • Blackened Walleye
  • Why you'll love this Blackened Walleye
  • Ingredients
  • Tips & Tricks
  • Tools to make this easy recipe
  • How to make Blackened Walleye
  • Oven Directions
  • Substitutions
  • What to serve with Blackened Walleye
  • How to store
  • How to reheat
  • Blackened Walleye
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Blackened Walleye

Since moving to Michigan I see Walleye everywhere, so I had to make it myself! I made this blackened walleye recipe and a broiled walleye recipe.

Making Blackened Walleye in a skillet is one of my favorites ways to cook this freshwater fish. This Walleye recipe packs a little heat. If you don't like spicy, you can always reduce or omit the cayenne pepper.

Blackened Wallets on a skillet

Why you'll love this Blackened Walleye

  • Simple Recipe- these ingredients are simple and easy that you can find them in your local grocery store
  • Great flavor - this recipe uses a homemade blackened seasoning so it's a little on the spicier side. You can also use a store bought Cajun or Blackened Seasoning.
  • Low Carb recipe - this easy walleye recipe has just 3 total carbs per serving.

Ingredients

  • Walleye filets
  • seasonings: smoked paprika, cayenne, Italian seasoning (or thyme, basil, and oregano seasonings), salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper
  • avocado oil
ingredients of Walleye, smoked paprika, cayenne, Italian seasoning, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper and avocado oil

Tips & Tricks

Fresh or frozen walleye fillets can be used in this recipe. If you use frozen walleye, make sure that your fish is completely thawed. Use paper towels to remove any water that may be on the fillets.

Tools to make this easy recipe

For this recipe all you need is a non-stick or ceramic skillet.

Blackened Wallets on a white plate

How to make Blackened Walleye

  1. Check the walleye for pin bones. Remove them, you may need tweezers or pliers if they're really stuck in place.
  2. In a small bowl combine all of the seasonings.
  3. Sprinkle the seasonings on top of the walleye
  4. In a large skillet heat up 2 tablespoon of avocado oil over medium high heat.
  5. Cook the walleye for 2-3 minutes on each side until it reaches an internal temperature of 145F.
seasonings in a clear bowl
In a small bowl combine all of the seasonings.
seasoned walleye on a white plate
Sprinkle the seasonings on top of the walleye
avocado oil on a skillet
In a large skillet heat up 2 tablespoon of avocado oil over medium high heat.
skillet with raw blackened walleye
Cook the walleye for 2-3 minutes on each side
Blackened Wallets on a skillet skin side up
internal temperature of 145F.

Oven Directions

Preheat the oven to 375F. Season the walleye with the spice blend.

Place Blackened Walleye on a oiled baking sheet. Bake the walleye for 15 to 20 minutes or until well browned and fish is cooked and easily flakes with a fork.

Substitutions

Almost any white fish fillet can be pan fried using this recipe, like tilapia or haddock. Cooking time may vary depending on the size of your fillets. You can also use a store bough cajun or blackened seasoning.

Blackened Wallets on a white plate with a fork on the side

What to serve with Blackened Walleye

This Blackened Walleye pairs nicely with almost everything. If you are not carb conscious then this Instant Pot Basmati Rice or Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans would be delicious.

If you are counting carbs, then try these: Air Fryer Parmesan Asparagus, Instant Pot Mashed Cauliflower, or these Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts.

Blackened Wallets on a skillet

How to store

Store in an air tight container for up to 2-3 days.

How to reheat

Place on a plate and microwave for 1-2 minutes or until warm.

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Blackened Wallets on a white plate

Blackened Walleye

Lara Clevenger, Registered Dietitian
This Blackened Walleye on the skillet is just easy and delicious. Walleye is one of my favorite types of freshwater fish. You can create some great recipes with it. Walleye is full of flavor and when you add the seasonings from this recipe it brings out the natural subtle sweet taste.
4.34 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 1 minute min
Cook Time 6 minutes mins
Total Time 7 minutes mins
Course Entree
Cuisine American
Servings 3
Calories 126 kcal

Equipment

  • skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 3 walleye filets 4-5 oz each
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or thyme, basil, and oregano seasonings
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoon avocado oil

Instructions
 

  • Check the walleye for pin bones. Remove them, you may need tweezers or pliers if they're really stuck in place.
  • In a small bowl combine all of the seasonings.
  • Sprinkle the seasonings on top of the walleye
  • In a large skillet heat up 2 tablespoon of avocado oil over medium high heat.
  • Cook the walleye for 2-3 minutes on each side until it reaches an internal temperature of 145F.

Nutrition

Calories: 126kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 7gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 407mgPotassium: 89mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.4gVitamin A: 1440IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
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  1. Stuart E Johnson

    February 04, 2023 at 9:37 pm

    Confused by the oven/sheet pan directions following the pan frying. Did two recipes get comingled?

    Reply
    • Stuart E Johnson

      February 04, 2023 at 9:39 pm

      NM. I see it is an alternative prep method.

      Reply
  2. Jay

    June 24, 2023 at 10:33 pm

    5 stars
    Very tasty!

    Reply
    • Lara

      June 28, 2023 at 8:35 am

      So glad you liked it!

      Reply

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