Quick Dijon Broiled Catfish
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Quick Dijon Broiled Catfish recipe, a perfect blend of bold flavors and minimal effort. Featuring tender catfish fillets coated in a zesty Dijon mustard mixture with garlic, paprika, and a bright splash of lemon juice, this dish delivers restaurant-quality results in under 20 minutes. The broiling technique ensures a beautifully golden top while keeping the fish moist and flaky. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with lemon wedges for a citrusy burst, this dish pairs effortlessly with steamed vegetables, rice, or a crisp green salad. Ideal for busy evenings, this recipe offers a quick, healthy, and flavorful option sure to please the whole family.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces catfish fillets
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (for garnish)
- 4 pieces lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven's broiler to high and position the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease it with cooking spray or a bit of olive oil.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Pat the catfish fillets dry with paper towels and place them on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down if applicable.
Brush the Dijon mustard mixture generously over the top of each catfish fillet, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Place the baking sheet under the broiler and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the fillets are opaque, flaky, and starting to brown slightly on top. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fillets.
Remove the catfish from the oven and let it rest for 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle the freshly chopped parsley over the top for garnish.
Serve the broiled catfish immediately with lemon wedges on the side for added flavor. Pair with your favorite side dishes like steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
806 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.2 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 280 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 2423 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 75.7 g | 151% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1489 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
