Ingredients:

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
1/4 cup olive oil
4 (6-ounce) U.S. farm-raised catfish fillets
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
1/3 cup sundried tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1/3 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh chopped basil

Instructions:

In a shallow dish, combine the flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; mix well. In a large skillet, heat the oil until hot.
Dip catfish fillets in flour mixture, coating completely. Cook catfish, in batches, 3 to 4 minutes per side or until golden and the fish flakes easily with a fork. Remove catfish to a platter; cover with aluminum foil to keep warm.

Add butter to skillet, stirring until melted. Add sundried tomatoes, wine and remaining 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper, stirring about 1 minute. Add lemon juice and basil, stir and spoon over catfish. Serve immediately.

Main Courses

Mr. Food's easy catfish recipe will make mealtime a snap! Since it's both lean and packed with protein, U.S. farm-raised catfish has a mild flavor and a firm texture, making it adaptable to a variety of flavor combinations.

OPTIONS: Garnish with an additional sprig of basil and serve with easy homemade or store-bought mashed potatoes that you can make extra-special by adding fresh grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil.


As seen on TV by:  WTAJ’s Mr. Food 3/16/09