Catfish Parmesan Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 40 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 55 minutes
🥘 Recipe Category: Catfish
🔍 Keywords: Cheese, Very Low Carbs, Less than 60 Minutes, Oven
Description:
Living in the South, where catfish is always plentiful and fresh, this Catfish Parmesan recipe is a true Southern delight. A crispy coating of parmesan cheese and spices envelops tender catfish fillets, creating a dish that’s both comforting and flavorful. This recipe has become a family favorite, loved for its simplicity and delicious taste.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 312.1
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 135.4mg
- Sodium: 578.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 5.2g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Sugar: 0.2g
- Protein: 26.5g
Ingredients:
- 2/3 cup parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 5-6 catfish fillets
- 1/4 cup butter
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare Coating: In a large bowl or a plastic bag, mix together the parmesan cheese, flour, salt, pepper, and paprika until well combined.
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Prepare Egg Mixture: In another bowl, combine the egg and milk, stirring until thoroughly mixed.
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Coat Catfish: Dip each catfish fillet into the egg mixture, ensuring it is evenly coated, then dredge it in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating to the fish.
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Arrange in Baking Dish: Lightly grease an oblong baking dish, then place the coated catfish fillets in a single layer in the dish.
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Drizzle with Butter: Drizzle the melted butter over the top of the coated fillets, ensuring they are evenly covered.
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Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
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Serve: Once cooked, remove the catfish from the oven and serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Enjoy!
Indulge in the irresistible combination of crispy, cheesy coating and tender catfish with this Catfish Parmesan recipe. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, it’s sure to become a new family favorite!
