Air Fryer Cajun Catfish Strips

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lb catfish fillets, cut into strips
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 2 eggs, beaten
• salt, to taste
• cooking spray
• tartar sauce and lemon wedges, for serving
• coleslaw, for serving

Steps

1. 1

   Mix cornmeal, flour, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, cayenne, and salt in a bowl.

2. 2

   Dip catfish strips in beaten eggs, then dredge in the cornmeal mixture, pressing to adhere.

3. 3

   Arrange strips in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Spray with cooking spray.

4. 4

   Air fry at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and fish flakes easily.

5. 5

   Squeeze fresh lemon over the strips.

6. 6

   Serve with tartar sauce, lemon wedges, and coleslaw.