Crispy Baked Catfish Nuggets

Step 1

Position oven rack on the bottom shelf of the oven. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Step 2

Spray baking sheet with cooking spray several times to coat.

Step 3

In a shallow dish, combine cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder and white pepper. In another dish, whisk together lemon juice and olive oil.

Step 4

Roll nuggets in lemon juice. Then, roll in cheese mixture. Dust with paprika and spray lightly with cooking spray. Place catfish on prepared baking sheet.

Step 5

Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Reduce the heat to 350 degrees, and bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, until crust is golden and fish flakes easily. Serve with Homemade Tartar Sauce.

Step 6

To make tartar sauce, combine tartar sauce ingredients and blend well.