Crispy Baked Catfish w/ Almond Tartar Sauce Recipe

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MEAT, POULTRY & FISH: CRISPY BAKED CATFISH WITH ALMOND TARTAR SAUCE

1/2	cup Fisher Chef's Naturals whole natural almonds, toasted
3	Tablespoons cornmeal
2	Tablespoons each grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley
1	Tablespoon flour
1/2	teaspoon lemon-pepper
2	pounds catfish fillets
2	Tablespoons lemon juice

Grind almonds finely. Combine ground almonds, cornmeal, Parmesan cheese, parsley, flour and lemon-pepper in mixing bowl. Dip catfish fillets first in lemon juice then in almond mixture to coat thoroughly. Place coated fillets on baking sheet. Bake at 400° F for 8 minutes, or until fish is cooked through. Divide fish between 4 plates. Dollop with almond tartar sauce and garnish with parsley sprigs and lemon wedges to serve.

Yields: 6 servings

ALMOND TARTAR SAUCE

1/2	cup each sour cream and mayonnaise
2	Tablespoons Fisher Chef's Naturals whole natural chopped almonds, toasted
2	Tablespoons chopped parsley
1 /4	teaspoon grated lemon peel
1	Tablespoon lemon juice
2	teaspoons capers, chopped
1	teaspoon paprika
1/8	teaspoon thyme

Whisk together all ingredients. Chill well before serving.

Recipe Courtesy of the Almond Board of California