Blackened Sea Scallops

Ingredients

• 20 ounces sea scallops
• Cajun spice mix, recipe follows
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Heat a skillet over high heat. Dredge scallops in spices and saute on both sides. Finish the cooking in the oven, for about 4 or 5 minutes.

It is also wise to have all your windows open, and all your smoke alarms disconnected, considering the amount of smoke that this wonderful dish produces.

Cajun Spice Mix:

• 1/4 cup kosher salt
• 1/4 cup cayenne powder
• 1/4 cup paprika
• 1/4 cup garlic granules
• 1/4 cup black pepper
• 2 tablespoons onion granules
• 2 tablespoons dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons dried thyme

Mix well. Store in glass or plastic container with lid.