Description
Herb-infused baked catfish delivers a Mediterranean-inspired seafood delight packed with aromatic flavors. Fresh herbs and zesty spices create a light, flavorful dish perfect for health-conscious diners seeking a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 oz (680 g) catfish fillets (4 fillets, approximately 6 oz/170 g each)
- 2 tbsps melted butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsps minced fresh parsley
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ¾ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C), creating an optimal cooking environment for the herbed catfish.
- Seasoning Blend: In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine parsley, salt, paprika, thyme, oregano, basil, and pepper to create a robust herb mixture.
- Fish Preparation: Arrange catfish fillets on a lightly greased baking pan, meticulously coating both sides with the herbal seasoning blend to ensure complete flavor infusion.
- Flavor Enhancement: Whisk melted butter, lemon juice, and garlic powder into a smooth, aromatic liquid that will elevate the fish’s natural taste profile.
- Cooking Process: Drizzle the butter-lemon mixture over the seasoned fillets, then place the pan in the preheated oven. Roast uncovered for 15-20 minutes, checking for doneness by gently testing with a fork – the fish should flake easily and appear opaque throughout.
- Serving: Transfer the golden-brown, herb-crusted catfish to a serving platter, presenting a delectable dish that showcases the harmonious blend of herbs and delicate fish texture.
Notes
- Preheat Precisely: Maintain exact 350°F oven temperature for consistent, even fish cooking and optimal herb-infused flavor development.
- Herb Blend Mastery: Mix dried herbs thoroughly to create a uniform, balanced seasoning that coats fish evenly and enhances overall taste profile.
- Butter Sauce Technique: Whisk lemon, butter, and garlic powder until completely smooth to ensure seamless flavor distribution across catfish fillets.
- Doneness Check: Test fish with fork after 15-20 minutes; perfectly cooked catfish flakes easily and appears opaque white without any translucent sections.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg