Cajun Fish Fillets

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, thyme, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper and oil to make a paste.

Step 2

Pat fish dry with paper towels.

Step 3

Using the back of a spoon, rub paste mixture evenly over the entire surface of the fish.

Step 4

Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours.

Step 5

Preheat bbq to medium high and grease grill.

Step 6

BBQ halibut, turning once, until cooked through, about 3 to 5 minutes per side (Alternately, cook fish in a nonstick frypan over medium high heat).

Step 7

Cooking time may vary depending on thickness of fish.

Step 8

Remove fish to a serving plate and serve with lemon wedges.

Step 9

This rub works equally well with salmon, sea bass or tuna.