Cajun Pecan Catfish

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This Cajun pecan catfish recipe is a delightful combination of Southern flavors and crunchy textures. The catfish fillets are coated in a spicy Cajun seasoning, then topped with a generous layer of pecan crust for an added nutty crunch. Baked to perfection, this dish is both flavorful and healthy. The combination of Cajun spices, pecans, and tender catfish creates a mouthwatering dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.

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Cajun pecan catfish recipe details

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The flavors of the Louisiana bayou country come to life in McCormick(R) Gourmet Collection(R) Cajun Seasoning – a spicy-hot blend of peppers, onion, garlic and herbs. It’s the easy way to spark this pecan-topped baked fish. Also good with snapper, grouper, or other firm fleshed fish fillets.

Ready in: 25 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 4

• 1 pound catfish fillets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon McCormick(R) Gourmet Collection(R) Cajun Seasoning
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon McCormick(R) Gourmet Collection(R) Thyme Leaves
• 1/3 cup finely chopped pecans
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon dry breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon McCormick(R) Gourmet Collection(R) Parsley Flakes

Preparation method

Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 15 mins

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Coat a shallow baking pan with nonstick cooking spray; place fish in pan.
2. Combine oil, Cajun seasoning, lemon juice and thyme in a small bowl. Spoon or brush half the mixture over fish.
3. Add pecans, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs and parsley to remaining oil mixture; mix well. Spoon onto fish and spread evenly. Bake 10 to 15 minutes (depending on thickness of fish), or until fish flakes easily with a fork. If desired, garnish with lemon.