How to Make Oven Baked Catfish – Cornmeal Crusted!

My Oven Baked Catfish is cornmeal crusted and just as delicious as fried! This healthy version is lighter comfort food at its best.

When in a time crunch for dinner and wanting comfort food, I love to make Oven Baked Cornmeal Crusted Catfish. There is something so southern and traditional about this dish!

Serve Oven Baked Cornmeal Crusted Catfish over a bed of collards as pictured or with a side of black-eyed peas and sweet potato fries!

Quick tip: spice up the catfish fillets by adding a teaspoon (or to taste) of Cajun seasoning.

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Cornmeal Crusted Catfish

Servings: 4 people

Ingredients

• 1.5-2 lb catfish Can sub tilapia or salmon
• 1 c cornmeal
• S&P
• 1 tsp Cajun seasoning, optional Use Cajun seasoning to taste

Instructions

• Pre-heat oven to 425 F.
• Place 1c cornmeal in a bowl.
• Dredge each piece of catfish to coat.
• Season with S&P
• Place dredged & seasoned fish on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes (for thinner fish) up to 16-18 minutes (for thicker fish).

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