Cornmeal Catfish

By Tonya_Speed

NUTRITION per serving: 256 Calories; 8g Fat; 30g Protein; 15g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 99mg Cholesterol; 136mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1 Grain (Starch); 4 Lean Meat; 1/2 Fat. Points: 6

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
• 2 cloves garlic, pressed
• 4 (6-oz.) catfish fillets
• 1/4 cup skim milk
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• Water/oil mixture
• 2 teaspoons canola oil, divided

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from savingdinner.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a shallow dish, combine cornmeal and garlic. Brush fillets with milk and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning; dredge in cornmeal mixture, pressing gently to coat. Coat a large skillet with water/oil mixture over medium heat and add 1 teaspoon of canola oil. Add 2 fillets to the pan and cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork. Remove fillets from pan and keep warm. Wipe drippings from pan with a paper towel. Repeat procedure with cooking spray, remaining canola oil and 2 fillets.

SERVING SUGGESTION: Corn on the cob and steamed green beans tossed with a little butter and slivered almonds.