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Name: Air Fryer Catfish
Yield: 1 fillet

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Air Fryer Catfish

Lower Impact

Impact: low

Carbs / serving

10g

Fiber / serving

Glycemic Index

Serving

1 fillet

In context

Carbs: 17-22 percent of a typical 45-60g meal target — about the same as a small medium orange

Fiber: 14 percent of a 28g daily goal — roughly equal to a half-cup of cooked collard greens

Glycemic Index: Low glycemic impact — like consuming a handful of raw walnuts

Recipe Intelligence

High quality lean protein

Low natural fiber content

Quick and simple cleanup

Best enjoyed fresh

Mild flavor kids love

Very approachable technique

Good for immediate cooking

Soulful and satisfying

Why it can spike blood sugar

Even in an air fryer, the flour coating contains minimal carbs that may require a small dose of insulin for those with diabetes.

Cooking tips

1. Coat fillets in a thin layer of olive oil. 2. Press into a mixture of green banana flour and Cajun spices. 3. Air fry at 375F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through. 4. Ensure internal temp reaches 145F.

Why the swaps are better

By skipping the deep fryer and using green banana flour, this dish avoids the inflammatory seed oils and high-carb starches of traditional fried fish. The result is a crisp texture with a much lower glycemic impact.

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