# Blackened Snapper with Dirty Rice Recipe - Made In

The Southern classic gets an update with homemade blackening spice, fresh red snapper, and bacon-infused dirty rice courtesy of Chef Amanda Turner. 

Chef Amanda Turner of Olamaie in Austin, TX crafts a thoroughly Southern meal featuring red snapper from the gulf, which browns nicely on the Griddle. Her homemade blackening spice is also featured in the dirty rice, adding more flavor alongside chicken livers and andouille sausage. Blackening spice is a staple throughout the South, especially in Creole and Cajun cooking. This version of the spice blend is heavy on smoked paprika, with notes of roasted garlic, mustard, and curry lending subtle complexity.

When cooked over high heat, the spices form a spicy, flavorful crust that permeates the flaky, mild fish. You can use the rest of the blackening spice to season chicken and other proteins, vegetables, or even popcorn. Chef Turner also recommends serving the fish atop buttery white grits for an equally delicious meal.

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