Lemon-Chili Catfish - 2 Guiding Stars
Active Time
Total Time
Servings
Two Guiding Stars icon Two Guiding Stars indicate better nutritional value.

Citrus and spice is a powerful combination with the tender texture of fresh catfish. The heat is cut perfectly by the mild sweetness of asparagus. Serve with a side of brown rice for a complete meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp. chili powder
  • 1 Tbsp. garlic, minced
  • ΒΌ tsp. salt
  • 1 lb. catfish fillets
  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
  • 2 lbs. asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1" pieces and steamed

Directions

  1. Combine chili powder, garlic and salt on a plate. Dredge fillets in the spice mixture to coat. Reserve the remaining spice mixture.
  2. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet. Add the fish and cook until just opaque in the center, turning after 3-4 minutes.
  3. Plate the fish. Add lemon juice, reserved spices and asparagus to the pan until asparagus is warmed and coated.
Nutritional analysis per serving: Calories 255; Total Fat 14.5g (18% Daily Value); Saturated Fat 2.5g (13% DV); Trans Fat 0g; Cholesterol 62mg (20% DV); Sodium 375mg (16% DV); Total Carbohydrate 12g (4% DV); Dietary Fiber 6g (21% DV); Total Sugars 5g; Includes 0g Added Sugars (0% DV); Protein 23g; Vitamin D 0% DV; Calcium 6% DV; Iron 35% DV; Potassium 20% DV; Vitamin B12 140% DV; Vitamin K 90% DV; Copper 60% DV.
Recipe by Guiding Stars at https://guidingstars.com/recipes/lemon-chili-catfish/
© 2024 Guiding Stars Licensing Company. All rights reserved. US Patent Nos. 7,974,881; 8,626,796