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Breaded Catfish Recipe
Baked Breaded Catfish Recipe
Baking breaded catfish is easier than other methods of cooking, such as pan-frying or grilling, and it is known to be a healthier method of cooking. This breaded catfish recipe requires little preparation, making it the perfect choice for beginners.
Ingredients
Non-stick spray
3 large eggs
4 cups Italian bread crumbs (plain will also work if that is all that you have)
½ teaspoon dried thyme
Salt
Freshly ground pepper
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon onion salt
½ teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
Directions
Preheat oven to 400 degrees
Spray a shallow glass baking dish with non-stick cooking spray, thoroughly coating the bottom and the sides of the baking dish. Those that have a problem with things sticking to the bottom of their baking dish are advised to line the inside of the baking dish with foil, and then spray the foil with non-stick cooking spray.
Whisk together eggs in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Set aside.
Pour bread crumbs in a separate bowl. Set aside.
Mix remaining dry ingredients in a third bowl. Set aside.
Rinse catfish fillets under lukewarm water. Pat dry with a paper towel or allow time to air dry. If they are still slightly damp, that is fine.
After that, dip the catfish fillet in the bowl of the egg mixture. People that do not want to get the egg and breading mixture on their hands often prefer to use two forks for this step.
Following this, toss them in the bowl of bread crumbs. Catfish fillets should be thoroughly coated in breadcrumbs on both sides. Shake off the excess breadcrumbs back into the bowl.
Then, lay the catfish fillets in the baking dish. They should be laying side by side without overlapping or touching each other for even cooking. If this is not possible, a larger baking dish should be used.
Once they are lined in the baking dish, sprinkle them evenly with the seasoning mixture. Flip the fillets over and sprinkle the other side with the seasoning mixture as well.
After they are coated in breading and seasoned to perfection, pop them in the oven for approximately twenty minutes.
After the first ten minutes, flip the catfish fillets over for even cooking.
They are done when the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Cooking times may vary depending on the oven and type of dish used. Gas ovens may cook catfish fillets quicker, as will metal baking dishes.
Tips
Cajun catfish fillet recipe. To add a spice of southern hospitality, include ½ teaspoon of Cajun seasoning to the mixture of spices. Include more if you prefer a spicier flavor.
Cornmeal. For a milder flavor and the perfect golden-brown taste, substitute breadcrumbs for cornmeal. Use the same amount, and simply toss the catfish fillets in the cornmeal as you normally would breadcrumbs.
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