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Oven-Fried Catfish

SUBMITTED BY: Mrs. Hermes PHOTO BY: zoltman

"This recipe is a great alternative to pan-fried catfish. A combination of cornmeal and a variety of spices gives this recipe a savory kick in less than 30 minutes."
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 39 stars. This recipe average a 4.5 star rating.
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PREP TIME  10 Min
COOK TIME  15 Min
READY IN  25 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 1/2 pounds catfish fillets
  • 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup skim milk
  • cooking spray

DIRECTIONS

  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and coat with cooking spray.
  2. In a shallow dish, stir together the cornmeal, paprika, thyme, salt, celery seed, onion powder, garlic powder, and pepper. Dip the catfish fillets in milk, then place them into the cornmeal mixture and coat liberally; place on the greased baking sheet. Coat the tops of the fillets with cooking spray until wet.
  3. Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until fish is easily flaked with a fork.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2008 by Jezebelina
I loved this dish and this technique. The spices used in the breading were right on, and the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 7, 2008 by Sheila
Excellent seasoning..not too salty at all. Was crisy enough without having to flip over as... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 8, 2007 by honestposter
Thanks! Made this tonight (no garlic or onion powder and half the salt) and it was, as my... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 9, 2007 by okimadoki
I will make again. The only reason I gave this 4 stars is it was wayyyyyyy too salty. And I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 28, 2007 by Gwynne
Excellent flavor and quick cooking. This is a GREAT alternative to pan frying. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 20, 2008 by QUASINAUGHT
This was the best fish I have ever had that was not fried. It turned out so crispy without the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 15, 2008 by KC192
Fast and easy! Pretty tasty, a little bland. Mine was not as crispy as actual fried catfish... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 3, 2008 by mamakittyto3
This was a bit spicy for our taste, but not bad. I didn't have celery seed, so I used celery... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 11, 2008 by Angie Morlu
Such an easy way to get the fried taste without all the effort and calories. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 1, 2007 by J. Pecoraro
Good blend of spices for fish. It didn't get crispy for me but i still enjoyed it very much. ... MORE