Fried vs. Blackened: 5 Dishes to Try Today

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What’ll it be: fried or blackened?

It’s a hard choice.

Frankly, we love both. Sometimes you’re in the mood for the comfort of fried catfish or shrimp; other days a blackened redfish hits the spot. Either way, our menu at Tricky Fish, one of the best Richardson restaurants near me, has you covered! We serve up fresh, hot, and delicious entrees, perfect for whatever you are craving. Read on as we highlight 5 popular dishes you must try today:

Fried: Fish Sandwich

Oh boy. This one is so good! Want in on our little secret? (It’s in the batter.) We use Abita beer in the fish batter to give it the perfect sweet and savory bite. Abita is brewed in Louisiana, making it perfect for a Cajun infusion! Each piece of fish is carefully battered, fried until golden brown, then served on our signature sandwich with bacon jam, creamy slaw, and remoulade. It’s hard to go wrong with this fantastic sandwich and we heartily recommend it as one of the great dishes at Richardson restaurants near me.

Blackened: Shrimp & Grits

Southern comfort doesn’t get much better than Shrimp & Grits. Ours makes the perfect lunch or dinner, with just enough heartiness that it’ll stick to your ribs for a while! Fresh Parmesan grits are light and fluffy, then served with tender blackened shrimp. Lastly, we add a tomato basil sauce drizzled on top. Order this one and you won’t be disappointed! 

Fried: Shrimp Po’Boy

Po’boys are the quintessential lunch. They are simple. Easy to eat. And absolutely perfect for on-the-go. Why fuss with fast food lunch when you can order this po’boy to go? Our fried shrimp is the perfect crowning jewel on this sandwich made with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and sauce on a toasted French bread loaf. Your meal is complete with fries or slaw on the side.

Blackened: Tricky Fish

Our namesake dish, the Tricky Fish can be ordered fried or blackened (but we love blackened!). But what’s a Tricky Fish? Tricky Fish brings in the influences of Cajun cuisine for simple, homemade, and delicious fare. This means your blackened fish is served over dirty rice and drenched in crawfish etouffee. One of our most popular dishes, you’ve got to try it at least once!

Fried: Seafood Platters

Why mess with something this good? Simple and delicious fried seafood platters are perfect any day of the week. Order your choice of shrimp, oysters, or catfish to be served with fries and slaw. You can also mix it up and get a little of everything! You pick it; we’ll fry it! 

Blackened: Seafood Tacos

Looking for something light? The Seafood Tacos are a great choice. Each features blackened shrimp or fish and avocado cilantro sauce, wrapped in a warm tortilla. Order a margarita and you’re set. 

Join us this week at Tricky Fish, one of the best Richardson restaurants near me, for these fried and blackened favorites.