Blackened Arctic Char

Experience the rustic and hearty flavors of Northern Labrador with this delightful dish created by Inuk Chef Trudy Metcalfe-Coe. Known for her dedication to creating comfort through Country Food, Chef Trudy brings her rich Inuit heritage to the plate with Blackened Arctic Char, complemented by creamy mashed potatoes and dilled butter peas. This meal is perfect for anyone looking to explore traditional Indigenous cuisine with a modern touch.

Ingredients

🐟 4 fillets Arctic Char, Musky Bay's best
🌶 2 tablespoons Cajun spice mix, McCormick's Cajun Seasoning
🧈 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, Land O'Lakes
🥔 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed, Idaho brand
🥛 1/2 cup whole milk, Horizon Organic
🧂 1 teaspoon salt, Morton's
🌿 1 cup peas, Birds Eye, frozen
🌿 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
🧈 2 tablespoons salted butter, Land O'Lakes
🌿 1 teaspoon garlic powder, McCormick

Instructions

1- Prep the Potatoes:

• Place the cubed potatoes in a large pot. Cover with cold water and add a pinch of salt.
• Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Drain.

2- Make the Mashed Potatoes:

• Return drained potatoes to the pot. Add 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter, whole milk, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
• Mash until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as per taste.

3- Prepare the Dilled Butter Peas:

• In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of salted butter over medium heat.
• Add frozen peas and cook until heated through.
• Stir in chopped dill and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder. Keep warm.

4- Blacken the Arctic Char:

• Pat the Arctic Char fillets dry with a paper towel. Sprinkle both sides generously with Cajun spice mix.
• Melt 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter in a large skillet (preferably cast iron, like Lodge) over medium-high heat.
• Place fillets in the hot skillet, searing each side for about 3-4 minutes, or until charred and cooked to your liking.

5- Serve:

• Arrange a portion of mashed potatoes on each plate, top with a fillet of blackened Arctic Char.
• Serve with a generous helping of dilled butter peas on the side.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per serving: 650
Proteins: 45g
Fats: 35g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Equipment:

• Large pot, All-Clad
• Medium saucepan, Cuisinart
• Cast iron skillet, Lodge
• Potato masher

Cooking Tips

• Ensure the skillet is very hot before adding the fillets for the best blackened effect.
• For a richer flavor, incorporate some of the pan juices from the char into the mashed potatoes.

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Blackened Arctic Char with Mashed Potatoes and Dilled Butter Peas

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