In the culinary world, fish is often heralded for its delicate flavors and adaptability to various cooking techniques. One of the tastiest yet simplest ways to prepare fish is by baking it with herbs. This recipe for Baked Catfish with Herbs will make your next dinner special with its perfectly balanced combination of seasonings and buttery citrus notes. Here’s how to create this dish:
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 24 ounces catfish fillets (4 fillets, approximately 6 ounces each)
- Juice of one lemon
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Non-stick cooking spray
Directions:
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get it ready for baking.
- Prepare the Herb Mix: In a small bowl, combine the parsley, salt, paprika, thyme, oregano, basil, and pepper. Mix well to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed.
- Season the Catfish: Place the catfish fillets on a baking pan coated with non-stick cooking spray. Sprinkle the prepared herb mix over both sides of each fillet, ensuring they’re well coated.
- Create the Drizzle: In a separate bowl, combine melted butter, lemon juice, and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly.
- Apply the Drizzle: Drizzle the butter-lemon-garlic mixture over the seasoned fillets for an extra burst of flavor.
- Bake the Catfish: Place the baking pan in the oven and bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve and Enjoy! Once done, serve your Baked Catfish with Herbs with your favorite sides and savor this delightful, herb-infused meal.
Quick Tips:
- Make sure your fish flakes easily before removing it from the oven.
- Pair this dish with a fresh salad, steamed veggies, or a grain-based side like rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
Nutritional Information:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 300 kcal per serving
- Servings: 4 servings
This delightful Baked Catfish with Herbs is an easy-to-make, satisfying, and flavor-packed option that’s bound to please your taste buds!
Baked Catfish with Herbs
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
Baked Catfish with Herbs is a delicious and healthy dish that’s perfect for a flavorful dinner. This savory meal combines the rich taste of catfish with a flavorful herb mixture, creating a delightful and irresistible dish.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
24 ounces catfish fillets (4 fillets, approx. 6 ounces each)
Juice of one lemon
2 tablespoons melted butter
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Combine the parsley, salt, paprika, thyme, oregano, basil, and pepper in a small bowl.
Place the fillets on a baking pan that has been coated with non-stick cooking spray.
Sprinkle the spice-herb mixture over both sides of catfish fillets.
Add the melted butter, lemon juice, and garlic powder to a small bowl. Mix well to combine.
Drizzle the butter-lemon-garlic mixture over the fillets.
Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes or until the fish flakes easily.
Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 300