Almond-crusted Catfish

==Description==
A Catfish recipe.
==Ingredients==
* 6 U.S. Farm-Raised catfish fillets 
* ½ cup flour
* ½ teaspoon salt
* ½ teaspoon pepper
* 2 tablespoons oil
* 3 tablespoons butter
* ¼ cup slivered almonds
* 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
* 2 teaspoons lemon juice
* for garnish: parsley sprigs and lemon wedges or slices 
==Directions==
# Mix flour with salt and pepper.
# Dredge fillets in the flour.
# Heat oil in large, heavy skillet over medium heat.
# When oil is very hot, slide fillets in and cook for 3 – 4 minutes per side or until easily flaked with a fork.
# Transfer fillets to a serving platter and keep warm.
# Wipe skillet clean with paper towel, return to medium heat.
# Add 3 tablespoons of butter and melt.
# Add almonds and cook until they are light brown.
# Add zest and lemon juice and stir for 10 – 15 seconds.
# Pour sauce over fillets and garnish with parsley and lemon.
Category:Almond Recipes
Category:Catfish Appetizers
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