Breaded Catfish With Mushroom Sauce Recipe

Name: Breaded Catfish With Mushroom Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (6 -8 ounce) fillet catfish, cod, flounder (or other whitefish); 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning (I use Seafood Magic); salt & pepper; lemon slice; onion, slices; 1 egg, beaten; flour (for dredging); breadcrumbs (for dredging); 2 tablespoons butter (for frying); 1 -2 tablespoon butter; 4 ounces mushrooms, sliced; 12 onion, sliced; ¼ cup mushroom broth; ¼ teaspoon dried marjoram (optional); 2 tablespoons sour cream

Servings: persons

1 (6 -8 ounce) fillet catfish, cod, flounder (or other whitefish)
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning (I use Seafood Magic)
salt & pepper
lemon slice
onion, slices
1 egg, beaten
flour (for dredging)
breadcrumbs (for dredging)
2 tablespoons butter (for frying)
1 -2 tablespoon butter
4 ounces mushrooms, sliced
12 onion, sliced
¼ cup mushroom broth
¼ teaspoon dried marjoram (optional)
2 tablespoons sour cream

1
Rinse the fish fillet and pat dry.
2
Season with seafood seasoning: about a 1/3 teaspoons on each side.
3
Rub it inches Sprinkle with a little salt & pepper.
4
In a dish layer the sliced onions under the fish and lay the lemon sliced on top.
5
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.
6
After an hour, discard the lemon and onion slices.
7
Dredge the fish in flour, then egg and lastly the breadcrumbs.
8
Heat the butter over medium-high heat.
9
Add the fish, cooking on both sides about 5 minutes or so (or until done) being careful not to burn.
10
For the sauce: Melt butter over medium heat and add the onions.
11
Cook for a couple minutes then add the mushrooms and cover, cooking for about 5 minutes.
12
Add the broth and marjoram, simmer uncovered until most of the liquid evaporates.
13
Stir in the sour cream and simmer on low until it's a gravy-like consistency.
14
Season the fish with fresh lemon juice and smother with the mushroom-onion sauce.
15
Serve immediately.

409

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (6 -8 ounce) fillet catfish, cod, flounder (or other whitefish), 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning (I use Seafood Magic), salt & pepper, lemon slice, and more.

Yes, Breaded Catfish With Mushroom Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Breaded Catfish With Mushroom Sauce

Tips for the best results

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