Roasted Catfish with Turnip and Herb Butter
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in under an hour and tastes like you spent way more effort than you actually did. Roasted catfish is mild and flaky, making it perfect for pairing with earthy roasted turnips and a fragrant herb butter. Turnips are wonderful for you too, packed with vitamin C and fiber while being incredibly affordable. The whole dish roasts in one pan, which means minimal cleanup and maximum flavor as everything cooks together beautifully. Fresh rosemary and thyme bring brightness to the delicate fish, while lemon ties it all together with a lovely citrus note.
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Ingredients
- 4catfish fillets(about 6 oz each, patted dry)
- 1½ poundsturnips(peeled and cut into 1-inch wedges)
- 4 tablespoonsolive oil
- 3 tablespoonsbutter(softened)
- 1 tablespoonfresh rosemary(finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoonfresh thyme
- 1lemon(zested and halved)
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- ½ teaspoonpaprika
- 59 mlvegetable broth
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F. Toss the turnip wedges with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, half the salt, and a pinch of pepper. Spread them on a large baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes until they begin to soften and brown at the edges.
Tip: Cut turnips into uniform sizes so they cook evenly.
- 2
While turnips roast, prepare the herb butter by mixing softened butter with chopped rosemary, thyme, minced garlic, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl.
Tip: Make the herb butter ahead of time for easier assembly.
- 3
Pat the catfish fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with remaining salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Tip: Dry fish ensures a crispier exterior when roasted.
- 4
Remove the baking sheet with turnips from the oven. Create space among the turnips and add the 4 catfish fillets skin-side up. Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the fish.
Tip: Place fish skin-side up to keep it crispy during roasting.
- 5
Return the baking sheet to the oven and roast for 10-12 minutes until the catfish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Tip: Check doneness by inserting a fork into the thickest part of the fillet.
- 6
Divide the roasted turnips among four plates. Top each with a catfish fillet, then place a generous dollop of herb butter on top of each fillet while still hot.
Tip: The residual heat will melt the herb butter beautifully over the fish.
- 7
Finish each plate with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a light sprinkle of additional fresh thyme if desired. Serve immediately.
Tip: Fresh lemon brightens all the flavors just before serving.
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