Air Fryer Catfish with Spicy Tartar Sauce
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
481 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Catfish with Spicy Tartar Sauce
Description
Air Fryer Catfish with Spicy Tartar Sauce centers on catfish fillets dredged in a cornmeal and Cajun seasoning blend. The fish is cooked in the air fryer to yield a golden, crispy crust while keeping the flesh tender. The spicy tartar sauce complements the catfish with its mix of diced dill pickles, creamy mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Cajun spices, providing a creamy and slightly tangy dip. Cooking at a high temperature finishes the crust to a nicely browned finish without frying in oil.
The dish is served with lemon wedges which brighten the flavors and balance the spice. This combination produces a satisfying meal that pairs simple preparation with bold seasoning. The air fryer method is a convenient way to achieve a crisp texture without deep frying, making this a practical recipe for a flavorful fish dish.
Ingredients
Cajun Catfish
- 3/4 cup cornmeal
- 3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 4 catfish fillet
Spicy Tartar Sauce
- 1/4 cup dill pickles
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
Instructions
Cajun Catfish
- Combine the cornmeal and Cajun seasoning in a gallon size ziploc bag.
- Dry the catfish fillets off with paper towels. Then add them to the bag, 2 at a time, and shake to cover the fillets in the mixture. Repeat until all of the fillets are coated.
- Place the catfish fillets in the air fryer basket. Don't stack them, make sure air can circulate around the fillets.
- Cook on 390 F for 15 minutes, flipping the fillets half way through.
- To brown the fillets up nicely increase the temperature to 400 F and cook for 5 more minutes.
- Serve with lemon wedges and spicy tartar sauce.
Spicy Tartar Sauce
- Chop the dill pickles up into small pieces.
- Mix the mayonnaise, dill pickles, lemon and Cajun seasoning.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 481 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 481kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 32g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 24g | 141% |
| Cholesterol | 106mg | 35% |
| Sodium | 1512mg | 63% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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