Crispy Cajun Pecan Catfish
Catfish fillets crusted in spiced pecans and pan-fried until golden, finished with a bright lemon drizzle. Weeknight dinner that tastes like a restaurant in 15 minutes.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 36g
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Ingredients
- 2 fillets (6 oz each) catfish fillets
- ¾ cup pecans, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp cajun seasoning
- 1 large egg
- 1 whole lemon
- 2 tbsp neutral cooking oil
Instructions
- 1
Mix chopped pecans and cajun seasoning in a shallow bowl. Beat egg in another bowl.
- 2
Pat catfish dry. Dip each fillet in egg, then press firmly into pecan mixture, coating all sides.
- 3
Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.
- 4
Slide catfish into the skillet. Sear 3 minutes per side without moving until golden brown and cooked through.
- 5
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fish. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- shallow bowl
- small bowl
- paper towels
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