Easy Baked Catfish
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
2 servings
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Calories
360 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy Baked Catfish
Description
This recipe calls for lightly spraying a roasting rack and coating catfish fillets with melted butter, then dredging them in a mixture of almond meal and a blend of spices including garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried thyme, oregano, and a touch of cayenne pepper. The fillets are placed on the rack and baked at 450°F for about 15 minutes, resulting in a crisp, golden crust that contrasts the flaky, tender fish.
The seasoning delivers layered flavor without overwhelming the mild catfish, while the almond meal offers a gluten-free alternative to breadcrumbs and a nutty texture. Baking at high heat ensures the crust crisps quickly, keeping the fillets moist inside.
Serve immediately for best texture. This is a straightforward baked fish dish suitable for a simple dinner with minimal fuss.
Use fresh catfish fillets without any fishy odor for the best results. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days; reheating in a 350°F oven helps restore some crispness. Almond meal creates a different texture than breadcrumbs and will affect nutrition. Adjust portions or slice thicker fillets to ensure even cooking.
Ingredients
- Avocado oil spray
- ½ cup almond meal or breadcrumbs, regular or gluten-free
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt or ¼ teaspoon of any other salt, including Morton kosher salt, Diamond Crystal brand
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon thyme dried
- ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 catfish fillet 6 ounces each
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F. Prepare a roasting pan by lining the bottom with foil and spraying the roasting rack with oil.
- Mix the almond meal, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried thyme, dried oregano, and cayenne pepper in a shallow bowl.
- In another shallow microwave-safe dish, melt the butter in the microwave.
- Blot the fish fillets dry with paper towels.
- Dip each catfish fillet in the melted butter.
- Dredge each fillet in the almond meal mixture, pressing to ensure the coating adheres.
- Place the coated fish fillets on the prepared roasting rack. Spray them with oil.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven. Bake the fish for about 15 minutes, until crisp and golden on the outside and tender and opaque inside. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh catfish fillets without any fishy smell to ensure a good taste.
- Leftovers can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days; reheat in a 350°F oven for about 10 minutes for best texture.
- If your fillets vary greatly in thickness, consider slicing thicker pieces to cook evenly.
- The nutrition info is based on using almond meal, which differs from breadcrumbs in texture and nutrition.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 360 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1fillet | |
| Calories | 360kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 324mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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