Almond Crusted Catfish Recipe

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this stunningly crispy almond-crusted catfish! Flaky, juicy catfish fillets get a crunchy, flavorful coating of toasted almonds, parmesan cheese, and herbs. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick and impressive meal.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 357.7 kcal
Protein 45g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Almond Crusted Catfish

  • Breadcrumbs
  • Parmesan Cheese
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Ground Black Pepper
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Catfish Fillets

How to Make Almond Crusted Catfish

  1. Preheat oven to 475°F (240°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup panko bread crumbs, 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup slivered almonds, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. In a shallow dish, pour 2 tablespoons olive oil.
  4. Brush both sides of 4 (6-ounce) catfish fillets with olive oil.
  5. Dredge each fillet in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  6. Place fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the crust is golden brown and crispy. The fish should flake easily with a fork.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

22g

Carbs

4g

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