Quick Dijon Broiled Catfish

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Quick Dijon Broiled Catfish recipe, a perfect blend of bold flavors and minimal effort. Featuring tender catfish fillets coated in a zesty Dijon mustard mixture with garlic, paprika, and a bright splash of lemon juice, this dish delivers restaurant-quality results in under 20 minutes. The broiling technique ensures a beautifully golden top while keeping the fish moist and flaky. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with lemon wedges for a citrusy burst, this dish pairs effortlessly with steamed vegetables, rice, or a crisp green salad. Ideal for busy evenings, this recipe offers a quick, healthy, and flavorful option sure to please the whole family.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:18 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces catfish fillets
• 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (for garnish)
• 4 pieces lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven's broiler to high and position the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease it with cooking spray or a bit of olive oil.

Step 2

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Pat the catfish fillets dry with paper towels and place them on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down if applicable.

Step 4

Brush the Dijon mustard mixture generously over the top of each catfish fillet, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 5

Place the baking sheet under the broiler and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the fillets are opaque, flaky, and starting to brown slightly on top. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fillets.

Step 6

Remove the catfish from the oven and let it rest for 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle the freshly chopped parsley over the top for garnish.

Step 7

Serve the broiled catfish immediately with lemon wedges on the side for added flavor. Pair with your favorite side dishes like steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	575 grams (575.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	806

Total Fat 49.20g	63%
Saturated Fat 7.60g	38%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 280mg	93%
Sodium 2423mg	105%
Total Carbohydrate 12.20g	4%
Dietary Fiber 3.80g	14%
Total Sugars 4.10g
Protein 75.70g	151%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 91mg	7%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 1489mg	32%

*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: 55.7%

Protein: 38.1%

Carbs: 6.1%