Baked Catfish with Dijon Citrus Glaze

Name: Baked Catfish with Dijon Citrus Glaze
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cajun and Creole, Southern Recipes
Ingredients: 2 lb Catfish; 0.5 cup Dijon Mustard; 2 whole Garlic; 1 whole Green Bell Pepper; 2 dash Hot Sauce; 1 whole Lemon Juice; 2 tbsp Olive Oil; 1 whole Orange Juice; 2 tbsp Seasoned Salt; 1 tsp Soy Sauce; 1 whole White Onion; 1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 Cajun and Creole 🇺🇸Southern Recipes 🇺🇸 High-Protein 💪Sugar-Free Gluten-Free Pescatarian 🐟

Baked Catfish with Dijon Citrus Glaze balances tangy Dijon with bright lemon and orange, creating a bold, slightly spicy coating on tender, flaky fish. Aromatic peppers, onions, and garlic roast alongside, adding sweetness and depth to each bite. Serve for a quick weeknight Dinner or a light weekend meal when you want vibrant flavors with minimal fuss.

Prep10 mins
Cook20 mins
Serves4
DifficultyEasy

1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2

Season the catfish fillets with seasoned salt.
3

In a bowl, combine the orange juice, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce.
4

Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat; cook the catfish in the hot oil until lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes per side.
5

Spread the mustard sauce on both sides of each fillet; drizzle the remaining sauce over the fish.
6

Arrange the bell pepper, onion, and garlic on top of the fish.
7

Bake in the preheated oven until the fish flakes easily with a fork, 15 to 20 minutes.