Cajun Catfish

Catfish is breaded with cornmeal and baked in the oven for a healthier way to add flavor and crunch!

Prep 6 minCook 19 minTotal 25 minUpdated Jul 3, 202625 minLow CarbVegetarianVeganGluten FreeKeto Friendly

Catfish is breaded with cornmeal and baked in the oven for a healthier way to add flavor and crunch!

Ingredients

  • 3 sprays Cooking spray
  • 1/4 cup Cornmeal
  • 1/2 tsp Paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp Onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp Oregano
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp Lemon pepper seasoning, no salt added
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1 oz Catfish fillets, frozen, thawed, drained

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  2. Combine cornmeal and spices in a shallow dish.
  3. Dip each fillet in the cornmeal mixture. Coat evenly.
  4. Place fillets on a baking sheet.
  5. Bake 20–25 minutes flipping catfish halfway through. Catfish should reach a final internal cook temperature of 145 F as measured with a food thermometer before serving.

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