CATFISH ROASTED WITH SESAME SEEDS, BASIL, GARLIC AND SPINACH

Catfish Roasted With Sesame Seeds, Basil, Garlic and Spinach image

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 pieces 4 to 6-ounce U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish fillets, 1/2 inch thick
5 ounces washed spinach, coarse stems removed, chopped
2 cloves medium cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoon brown mustard
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 cup minced fresh basil or parsley
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup white or black sesame seeds

Steps:

Preheat oven to 450°F. Place catfish fillets on an oiled baking pan. Tuck a handful of spinach under each fillet. Fold under about 2 inches of the thin end of each fillet to enclose spinach at one end.
In a small bowl, whisk together basil or parsley, garlic, mustard, oils, lemon juice, and soy sauce. Spread mixture over catfish. Sprinkle heavily with sesame seeds and lightly with cayenne pepper. Roast for 10 to 12 minutes, or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork. Makes 4 servings