Crispy oven-baked catfish with zesty sauce.
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Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
Estimated total cost: €15.11 · €3.78/serving
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, dividedEst. price €0.08–€0.20
- 3/4 cup fine dry bread crumbsEst. price €0.45–€0.90
- 1/2 cup yellow cornmealEst. price €0.25–€0.50
- 4 (6-ounce) pieces catfish filletEst. price €12.00–€18.00
- 2 large eggs, beatenEst. price €0.50–€0.80
- 1/3 cup finely chopped dill picklesEst. price €0.20–€0.40
- 1/3 cup mayonnaiseEst. price €0.35–€0.65
- 1/4 cup sour creamEst. price €0.30–€0.55
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsleyEst. price €0.40–€0.70
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallotEst. price €0.25–€0.45
Steps
- 1Preheat the oven to 500°F and position the rack in the middle of the oven.
- 2Coat a baking pan using 2 tablespoons of oil.
Cultural note
Oven-baked catfish with a crispy coating is a popular Southern dish in the United States. The combination of cornmeal coating and zesty flavors like Tabasco sauce and dill pickles reflects the Southern culinary tradition. This dish is often served with traditional sides like coleslaw and hush puppies.
Seasonal note
Catfish is typically available year-round, but it is most abundant in the spring and summer months. Fresh dill pickles, parsley, and shallots used in the recipe are also best during the warmer seasons.
Health note
This dish is a good source of protein, providing 32g per serving. However, it is high in calories and fat, with 38g of fat and 580 calories per serving. The use of vegetable oil, mayo, and sour cream contributes to the high fat content. It is also high in cholesterol and sodium, with 160mg of cholesterol and 800mg of…
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