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A Southern-inspired oven-baked catfish recipe featuring crispy golden edges, tender flaky fish, and a creamy butter-Parmesan mayo sauce with green onions and a hint of Tabasco for a flavorful, comforting meal.

  • Total Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 (6 oz / 170 g) farmed catfish fillets (U.S.)
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup softened butter
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon Tabasco sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking dish with non-stick foil or lightly grease it; ensure the dish is broiler-safe.
  3. In a bowl, mix softened butter, grated Parmesan cheese, Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, Tabasco sauce, sliced green onions, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  4. Pat catfish fillets dry with paper towels.
  5. Arrange fillets in the prepared baking dish without crowding.
  6. Season both sides of catfish fillets evenly with salt and pepper.
  7. Spread the butter-Parmesan-mayo sauce thickly and evenly over each fillet.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes until the fish is golden and flakes easily.
  9. Optional: Broil for 1–2 minutes to caramelize the topping, watching closely to prevent burning.
  10. Remove from the oven and let the fish rest briefly before serving.

Notes

Pat your catfish dry before cooking to prevent steaming and help develop a crispy golden crust., Be generous when spreading the butter sauce to lock in moisture and boost flavor., Watch the fish carefully while baking to avoid overcooking and drying it out., If using the broiler at the end, broil just 1-2 minutes for a caramelized finish and watch closely.

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 450 kcal per serving
  • Fat: 35 g per serving
  • Carbohydrates: 4 g per serving
  • Protein: 28 g per serving