Cajun catfish on greens
- Total Time
- 0:20
- Prep
- 0:10
- Cook
- 0:10
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
Catfish is a firm-fleshed fish with a slightly sweet flavor. Here, Cajun seasoning and lime give it a Southwestern flair.
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yellow cornmeal¼ cup(s)
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all-purpose flour3 Tbsp
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Cajun seasoning2 tsp
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black pepper½ tsp, coarsely ground
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table salt¼ tsp
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table salt⅛ tsp
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egg(s)1 large
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uncooked catfish fillet(s)1 pound(s), cut into 4 pieces
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arugula1 bunch(es), trimmed, rinsed, and patted dry
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lime zest1 tsp
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fresh lime juice1 Tbsp
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olive oil2 tsp
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garlic clove(s)1 clove(s), medium, or to taste, minced
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sugar⅛ tsp, or to taste
- Preheat the oven to 500°F. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick spray. Combine the cornmeal, flour, Cajun seasoning, pepper, and 1⁄4 teaspoon of the salt on a plate.
- Lightly beat the egg in a shallow dish; add the fish, turning to coat both sides. Lift the fish from the egg and coat it with the cornmeal mixture.
- Arrange the fish on the baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops with nonstick spray and bake, without turning, until just opaque in the center and crisp and golden on the outside, about 10 minutes.
- Arrange the arugula on a large platter. Combine the lime zest, lime juice, oil, garlic, sugar, and the remaining 1⁄8 teaspoon salt in a small bowl; sprinkle over the arugula. Top with the fish.