Cornmeal-crusted catfish with cajun seasoning
This Cornmeal-Crusted Catfish with Cajun Seasoning and Spicy Tartar Sauce is a gluten-free and pescatarian recipe. It is rich in protein and offers a flavorful twist with a spicy tartar sauce. This dish is perfect for a Cajun food lover and can be served as a main course. Try it for a delicious meal option.
Ingredients
free range eggs
1 large
milk
1 Tbsp
cornmeal
0.33 cup
red pepper powder
1 tsp
smoked paprika
0.5 tsps
granulated garlic
0.5 tsps
cat fish filets
20 oz
olive oil
3 Tbsps
sea salt
4 servings
black pepper
4 servings
light mayonnaise
0.75 cup
dill pickles
2 Tbsps
jalapeno
1 Tbsp
green onions
1 Tbsp
sweet pickle juice
1 tsp
lemon juice
1 tsp
Method
- Whisk the egg and milk in a medium bowl.
- Combine the cornmeal, chile powder, cayenne powder, paprika, and garlic in a large zip-top bag.
- Dip each catfish filet in the egg mixture.
- Let excess egg drip off and place the filets in the bag with the cornmeal mixture. Zip the top and shake the bag until all pieces are well coated.
- Remove the filets and lay side by side on a plate (do not overlap).
- Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. (Refrigeration helps keep the crust adhered during cooking.)
- While the fish chills, make the sauce.
- Whisk the first 6 ingredients (through lemon juice) in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
- Heat a large, nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. When the oil is hot (but not smoking), season the catfish filets with salt and pepper and add to the skillet. Fry until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, 3-4 minutes per side, depending on thickness.
- Divide the fish among 4 plates and top each with a dollop of tartar sauce or pass the sauce at the table.
Nutrition:
Carbs
15 g
Fat
26 g
Protein
26 g
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