Catfish Meuniere

Delight your taste buds with the bold flavors of Catfish Meuniere, a Southern-inspired classic that's both simple and elegant. This quick and easy recipe features tender catfish fillets lightly dredged in a perfectly seasoned flour mixture, then pan-fried to golden perfection in a luscious blend of butter and olive oil. A rich, zesty lemon-butter sauce elevates the dish, complementing the fish's delicate texture with tangy, buttery goodness. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with vibrant lemon wedges, this dish is ready in just 25 minutes, making it perfect for a special dinner or a speedy weeknight meal. Bring a taste of New Orleans to your table with this savory, melt-in-your-mouth delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces catfish fillets
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 pieces lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the catfish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 2

Combine the flour, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a shallow dish. Mix well.

Step 3

Dredge each catfish fillet in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess. Set aside.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and the olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted and bubbling.

Step 5

Place the catfish fillets in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Cook in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding the pan.

Step 6

Transfer the cooked catfish to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and add the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Stir constantly until the butter turns a light golden brown color.

Step 8

Add the lemon juice to the butter, whisking until well combined. Be careful as it may splatter slightly.

Step 9

Pour the lemon-butter sauce over the cooked catfish fillets.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(664.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1526.1

Total Fat 112.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 466mg	0%
Sodium 2579.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g	0%
Total Sugars 2.1g
Protein 81.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 98.8mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 1449.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.4%

Protein: 21.0%

Carbs: 13.5%