Makes: 4 Servings

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Catfish is breaded with cornmeal and baked in the oven for a healthier way to add flavor and crunch! 

Ingredients

• Cooking spray
• 1/4 cup cornmeal (about 4 tablespoons)
• 1/2 tablespoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 3/4 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning, no salt added
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1 pound catfish fillets, frozen, thawed, drained (about 4 fillets)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
2. Combine cornmeal and spices in a shallow dish.
3. Dip each fillet in the cornmeal mixture. Coat evenly.
4. Place fillets on a baking sheet.
5. Bake 20–25 minutes flipping catfish halfway through. Catfish should reach a final internal cook temperature of 145 F as measured with a food thermometer before serving.

Notes

• This recipe contains one or more ingredients considered to be traditional or indigenous to Native American communities in certain regions across North America. 

Source: Recipe adapted from Chickasaw Nation Nutrition Services, Get Fresh Initiative