Poached Catfish
Poached catfish offers a delicate, flaky texture with a subtle blend of herbs and lemon, making it a light yet flavorful dish perfect for health-conscious diners or those seeking a quick, elegant seafood meal. The combination of wine, thyme, and tarragon enhances its gentle taste.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Place the catfish fillet in a medium-sized microwave-safe dish.
- In a cup, combine melted butter or margarine, white wine, lemon juice, dried thyme leaves, dried tarragon leaves, paprika, salt, and ground white pepper.
- Pour the mixture over the fish.
- Cover the dish and microwave on high (100% power) for 2 1/2 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Rotate the dish one-quarter turn halfway through cooking.
- Garnish with parsley sprigs and lemon wedge if desired before serving.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
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).