Cornmeal Catfish Batter

ctfsh Cornmeal Catfish Batter - Not only is this a fabulous fish recipe, it’s our favorite catfish batter recipe. First the catfish is marinated, in a homemade marinade, recipe included, before beiny quickly skillet fried. We used wholesome cornmeal for this catfish batter recipe, just to switch it up a little.

Cook Time: 5-9 mins
Servings: 4
Main Ingredient: Catfish Fillet
Difficulty Level: 2

Ingredients to make Cornmeal Catfish Batter

Marinade:
1/2 teaspoon ground oregano
3 tablespoons lime juice
3 to 4 scallions, chopped
3 tablespoons dry white wine
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced

Fish:
2 pounds catfish fillets
1 teaspoon pequin chile flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup blue cornmeal
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
Lime wedgesMarinade:
1/2 teaspoon ground oregano
3 tablespoons lime juice
3 to 4 scallions, chopped
3 tablespoons dry white wine
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced

Directions to make Cornmeal Catfish Batter

Step 1:

Mix the oregano, lime juice, onions, wine, oil, and garlic in a shallow glass dish. Arrange fish in the mixture and let marinate in the refrigerator for 45 minutes. Remove fillets from the marinade and discard the marinade.

Step 2:

Mix the chile flakes, salt and pepper with the cornmeal. Dip the fish in the beaten egg, then the cornmeal mixture.

Step 3:

Heat the oil and butter in a frying pan, and saute the fish until golden brown. Serve with lime wedges.

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Marinated Catfish Salad

cat Marinated Catfish Salad - If you love catfish, then this marinated, grilled, catfish salad recipe, is without a doubt a “Must Try”! The fillets are first marinated in a savory homemade marinade, recipe included, then quickly grilled, before being served over a fresh blend of crunchy vegetables. This grilled catfish is quick, easy and delicious, we promise.Prep Time: 5-10 mins
Cook Time: 6-10 mins
Servings: 4
Main Ingredient: Catfish Fillet
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make Marinated Catfish Salad

FOR MARINADE:
3 ea Catfish fillets (5-8oz)
1/4 c Butter,melted
1/4 c Louisiana cane syrup
1 tb Dried thyme
1 tb Dried basil
1 tb Cracked black pepper
Salt to taste

FOR SALAD:
6 ea Leaves red leaf lettuce
6 ea Leaves romaine lettuce
6 ea Leaves curly endive
1/2 c Crumbled blue cheese
1 c Blue cheese dressing
6 ea Cherry tomatoes, sliced
Cracked black pepper To taste

Directions to make Marinated Catfish Salad

Step 1:FOR MARINADE: In a mixing bowl combine all of the marinade ingredients and mix well to ensure that spices are well blended. Allow fillets to set in marinade appoximately thirty minutes. Charbroil the fillets on a hot barbecue grill three to five minutes on each side or until fish is cooked to desired doneness. Remove and keep warm.
Step 2:FOR SALAD: On a six inch salad plate, place one piece of red leaf lettuce as a base. In a large mixing bowl, combine the other three lettuces and break into appropriate size serving pieces. Place one handful of mixed lettuces on top of red leaf lettuce. Using a sharp knife, cut grilled catfish into one inch slices. Place an equal number of slices on top of each salad, sprinkle with blue cheese crumbles and top with salad dressing. Garnish each salad with tomato circles and cracked pepper.

 

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Catfish Marinated in Milk

catfish_marinaded_milk Catfish Marinated in Milk - Catfish lovers everywhere, are raving about this amazing marinated catfish recipe. The secret is to allow the fish fillets to marinate the  overnight, Enjoy!Cook Time: 25 mins
Servings: 4
Main Ingredient: Catfish
Difficulty Level: 2

Ingredients to make Catfish Marinated in Milk

4 (8 ounce) fillets catfish
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon ground dry mustard
1 tablespoon onion powder
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup butter, melted

Directions to make Catfish Marinated in Milk

Step 1:Wash and dry catfish filets. Place filets in a shallow dish and pour milk over them. Cover and refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight.
Step 2:Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, cheese, Italian seasoning, baking powder, garlic powder, dry mustard, onion powder, salt and pepper. Dredge filets in flour mixture.
Step 3:Lightly grease a rimmed baking sheet and place coated filets in pan. Drizzle melted butter over filets.
Step 4:bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until firm and flaky. Serve hot.