Cajun Catfish(For Microwave)

Prep: 10 min Cook: 5 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

A quick and flavorful Cajun-style catfish dish with bold spices, perfect for a speedy microwave meal that delivers crispy texture and zesty taste for seafood lovers.

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Ingredients

  • 4 catfish fillets
  • 2 Tbsp. skim milk
  • 1 1/2 tsp. paprika
  • 1/2 tsp. onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp. oregano
  • 1/4 tsp. thyme
  • 1/4 tsp. red pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. white pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper

Instructions

  1. Rinse the catfish fillets in water and dry them with a paper towel.
  2. Place the fillets in a 2-quart or 10-inch microwave dish.
  3. Brush the fillets with skim milk.
  4. Combine paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, thyme, red pepper, white pepper, and black pepper, then pat this mixture onto the fish.
  5. Cover the dish with wax paper and microwave on High (100%) for 3 minutes.
  6. Rearrange the fillets and top each with a slice of lime.
  7. Cover again and microwave for an additional 1 1/2 to 3 minutes on High or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

577 kcal 29% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 21g 42% DV
Total Fat 9.3g 12% DV
Carbs 127.5g 46% DV
Fiber 42.4g 100% DV
Sugar 18.6g 37% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 145.8mg 6% DV
Potassium 2048.5mg 44% DV
Cholesterol 1.5mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 789.5mcg 88% DV
Vitamin C 88mg 98% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 954.8mg 73% DV
Iron 28.8mg 100% DV
Diet fit High-protein High-fiber Low-fat
Contains Milk

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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