Catfish with Cajun Rub and Cilantro Sour Cream Recipe

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This is one of my favorite recipes for smaller catfish and it works well with any white-fleshed fish, from walleye to crappie. The lime-cilantro sour cream (prepare this first) is distinctive, a cool contrast with the spicy fish.

Serves: 4
Prep time: 5-10 minutes
Cook time: 6-8 minutes

Lime-Cilantro Sour Cream:

• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 4 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely minced
• 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
• Zest of 1 lime, finely chopped
• Juice of 1 lime
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Large dash Tabasco sauce

Catfish Ingredients:

• 4 teaspoons salt
• 2 teaspoons cayenne (or to taste)
• 2 teaspoons white pepper
• 4 teaspoons dried thyme
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 4 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 cup flour
• 4 catfish fillets
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons oil

Directions: