Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 4 medium catfish fillets (1-1/4 to 1-1/2 lbs)
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne (or more to taste)
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Instruction

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F and coat a shallow baking pan with nonstick spray. Arrange the fillets in a single layer on the prepared pan and set aside.
  • Combine the paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, cayenne, and a few grinds of black pepper in a small bowl.
  • Add the melted butter and tomato paste and mix well. Taste and add a little more cayenne if desired.
  • Brush the mixture onto both sides of each catfish fillet and bake until the fish flakes easily, 10 to 15 minutes (depending on the thickness of the fillets). Serve immediately.