flavorful catfish fillets
Catfish fillets coated in a cornmeal and spice mixture, then baked until crisp on the outside, with cayenne pepper for a hint of heat.
Ingredients
buttermilk
1⁄4 cup
Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons
cornmeal
1⁄2 cup
dried thyme
1⁄2 teaspoon
pepper
1⁄2 teaspoon
cayenne pepper
1⁄4 to 1⁄2 teaspoon
catfish fillets
1 pound
Lemon wedges (optional)
Instructions
1
Step 1
In a shallow bowl, whisk the buttermilk and mustard until smooth. In another bowl, combine the cornmeal and seasonings. Dip the fillets into the buttermilk mixture, then coat with the cornmeal mixture. Place on a rack coated with nonstick cooking spray, 1 inch apart. Set the rack on a baking sheet.
2
Step 2
Broil 4 inches from the heat source for 3-4 minutes per side, until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Serve with lemon if desired.
