Although most Americans are aware that fish is healthy and lean in health, they fail to eat it twice a week as recommended by the American Heart Association. The reason is simple: they don’t like fish. “fishy” tasting food.
But, fish doesn’t necessarily have to taste good “fishy.”Science has demonstrated that most fish will adopt the flavors found in their diet, so fish that eat grains are milder and more sweet than their wild-caught counterparts.
U.S. Farm Raised Catfish is one example. They are fed a diet high in protein and natural grains that maintains a mild flavor. The catfish are always taste-tested prior to harvesting so that they can please all members of the family.
Catfish can be prepared quickly and easily. This recipe for U.S. Farm Raised Catfish Ranchero will make a tasty, family-friendly dinner in just 15 minutes.
U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish Ranchero
(Serves four).
4 fillets of U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish (4 to 6 oz. Each)
1 cup finely chopped tortilla chips
2 teaspoons chili Powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup of your salsa
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced
Pre-heat the oven to 450 F. Lightly grease a baking sheet. Split the catfish fillets into half. In a shallow dish, mix the crushed tortilla chips with chili powder, salt, and pepper.
In a shallow dish, combine the oil and lime juice. Dip the catfish and coat them in the lime mixture. Place the fillets onto a baking sheet. Sprinkle the fillets with the rest of the tortilla crumbs.
Bake the catfish for 8-10 minutes or until it flakes easily when tapped with a fork.
The salsa can be warmed in a small saucepan on low heat. Spread the salsa on the catfish fillets and arrange them on a platter. Sprinkle the catfish on a serving plate with fresh cilantro.
Learn more about U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish. www.UScatfish.com.
