Cornmeal Crusted Oven Fried Catfish (Ww Core)

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup nonfat milk
• 2-3 drops hot sauce

• 4 (8 ounce)  catfish fillets
• 1 lb asparagus, steamed
• 1 lemon, cut into quarters

Directions

1. 1

   Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.

2. 2

   In a shallow bowl combine the cornmeal with all the powdered spices listed. In a second bowl add the milk and hot sauce (if desired).

3. 3

   Dredge the cleaned catfish fillets in the milk, then dip into the cornmeal coating on both sides. You may need to press down a bit to make sure the cornmeal adheres to the fish.

4. 4

   Place the coated fillets on the baking sheet and give the tops a light shot of cooking spray for crispness.

5. 5

   Bake for 15 minutes, until cooked through. Remove from oven and let cool for a minute before serving.

6. 6

   Plate with 1/4 asparagus and a lemon wedge.