A mouth-watering Southern classic made healthier with perfectly seasoned, golden-crispy catfish fillets kissed with bright lemon pepper in your air fryer.
Ingredients
Cooking Instructions
- 01
Pat catfish fillets dry with paper towels and soak in buttermilk for 10 minutes to tenderize.
- 02
In a shallow dish, combine cornmeal, flour, lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, and salt. Mix well.
- 03
Remove catfish from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge each fillet thoroughly in the seasoned cornmeal mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- 04
Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
- 05
Lightly spray air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place catfish fillets in a single layer without overlapping.
- 06
Spray the tops of fillets lightly with cooking spray. Air fry at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- 07
Remove catfish from air fryer and let rest for 2 minutes. Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges and enjoy the crispy perfection!
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July 1, 2023
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