Pecan-crusted Catfish With White Cheddar Grits Recipe

Name: Pecan-crusted Catfish With White Cheddar Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: for fish; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon onion powder; salt; 3 eggs; 2 cups milk; 1 bunch fresh thyme, chopped; 2 cups finely ground pecans; pepper; 4 (6 ounce) fillets catfish; 3 cups Crisco cooking oil; for grits; 4 cups chicken broth; 2 cups stone-ground grits (or use instant); ¼ cup heave cream; ½ cup shredded white cheddar cheese; salt and pepper; 4 green onions, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

for fish
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon onion powder
salt
3 eggs
2 cups milk
1 bunch fresh thyme, chopped
2 cups finely ground pecans
pepper
4 (6 ounce) fillets catfish
3 cups Crisco cooking oil
for grits
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups stone-ground grits (or use instant)
¼ cup heave cream
½ cup shredded white cheddar cheese
salt and pepper
4 green onions, thinly sliced

1
FOR THE CATFISH.
2
Mix together the dry ingredients in a shallow dish.
3
In another shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk.
4
In a third dish, mix the thyme, pecans, and salt and pepper to taste.
5
Coat each catfish fillet in the flour mixture, then egg, then nuts, coating completely.
6
In a large, heavy iron skillet, heat the oil to 350 degrees.
7
Carefully place fillets into the oil, frying about 8 minutes, turning occasionally, until both sides are golden brown.
8
FOR THE GRITS.
9
Bring broth to a boil in a two-quart saucepan.
10
Reduce heat to simmer.
11
Whisk in grits and cook until grits are soft but not mushy, about 12 to 15 minutes.
12
If using, instant grits, follow package directions.
13
Stir in heavy cream, cheddar cheese, salt and pepper.
14
Stir until cheese is melted.
15
Remove from heat.
16
FOR SERVING.
17
Divide grits between 4 large bowls.
18
Top each with a catfish fillet.
19
Garnish with sliced green onion.

2830

kcal

Calories

251

Fat

Carbs

102

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: for fish, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon onion powder, salt, and more.

Yes, Pecan-crusted Catfish With White Cheddar Grits falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Pecan-crusted Catfish With White Cheddar Grits

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