Blackened Walleye with Lemon and Cream

Blackened Walleye with Lemon and Cream

Make restaurant-style Blackened Walleye with a creamy lemon sauce. An easy, flavor-packed skillet recipe perfect for a quick and impressive dinner.

Blackened Walleye with Lemon and Cream

By Walleye Direct
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless walleye fillets
  • Blackened seasoning, to taste
  • ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp. butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp. honey
  • 2 tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1 small shallot, thinly sliced
  • Minced chives for garnish
  • Lemon wedges

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine cream, butter, garlic, mustard, honey, lemon juice and a pinch of salt. Microwave for about 30 seconds, or until butter is melted and honey can be dissolved.
  • Spray a baking dish with non-stick spray. Season walleye to taste with blackened season and place in one layer in the baking dish. Scatter sliced shallot on top. Give the cream mixture a quick stir before pouring over fish.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until walleye is cooked through. Garnish with chives before serving with lemon wedges.

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