If you think of catfish, you probably think of Southern fish frys. U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish is mild and pleasant tasting, which makes it a great choice for a variety of flavor combinations.
This recipe is for Spicy Catfish Strips With Thai Peanut Dipping Sauce. You’ll find that it packs some heat, making for a jazzy dinner party entrée or a great way to spice up a humdrum weekday:
Spicy Catfish Strips with Thai Peanut Dipping Sauce
Makes 2 servings
2 U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish Fillets, cut into 1″ strips
2 tablespoons chili sauce (such as Siracha)
1/2 cup fish breading
1 tablespoon Chinese Five Spice
2 cups vegetable oils
1 Thai Peanut Sauce recipe
1. Combine the catfish with the chili paste in a small bowl.
2. Mix together the Chinese Five Spice and breading in a small bowl. You will add the catfish strips one by one, gently coating with the breading. Shake off excess.
3. Heat the oil in a large skillet to 350 degrees. Slowly add the catfish strips and cook until golden brown. Turn once after four minutes.
4. Take them out of the oil and let them drain on paper towels. Serve on a platter with Thai Peanut Sauce.
Easy Thai Peanut Sauce to Make for Spicy Catfish
1/2 cup reduced-fat coconut
milk
3 tablespoons of creamy (or crunchy!) peanut butter
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soybean sauce
1/4 teaspoon red pepperflakes
1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1. Combine all ingredients in small saucepan. Heat on medium heat. Reduce heat to simmer.
2. Cook for five minutes at low heat.
3. Before serving, remove from heat. Let cool to room temperature.
