Pecan Crusted Catfish

7 ingredients
9 steps

Ingredients

  • 4 skinless catfish fillets
  • 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 13 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 14 cup pecans
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 14 teaspoon pepper
  • lemon wedge

Directions

  1. 1
    Grind cornmeal and pecans with salt and pepper in a food processor until nuts are finely ground.
  2. 2
    Transfer to a large shallow container.
  3. 3
    Dredge catfish in cornmeal mixture, patting it on to coat completely.
  4. 4
    Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. 5
    Cook 2 fish fillets until golden brown and firm to the touch, 4 to 5 minutes per side.
  6. 6
    Transfer to a plate; sprinkle with salt if desired, and cover to keep warm.
  7. 7
    Wipe skillet with a paper towel.
  8. 8
    Repeat with remaining 2 tablespoons oil and fish.
  9. 9
    Serve with lemon wedges, if desired.

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