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Crispy Fried Whole Catfish with Asian Slaw
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Crispy Fried Whole Catfish with Asian Slaw

22 ingredients 6 steps fandom
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Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)

1119
Calories
30g
Protein
24g
Fat
195g
Carbs

Counts 16 of 19 ingredients — the other 3 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.

What these numbers assume — 16 portions →
Ingredient Portion assumed kcal
Flour 1 cup (125g) all-purpose 455
Rice 1 cup cooked (158g) white 206
Milk 1 cup (244ml) whole 149
Sesame 1 tbsp (14g) 120
Sugar 1 tbsp (12.5g) granulated 49
Onion 1 medium (110g) 44
Red Bell Pepper 1 medium (119g) 31
Carrot 1 medium (61g) 25
Cucumber 1/2 cup sliced (52g) 16
Chili 1 tsp (2.7g) 8
Black Pepper 1 tsp ground (2.3g) 6
Garlic 1 clove (3g) 4
Vinegar 1 tbsp (15ml) distilled 3
Ginger 1 tsp grated fresh (2g) 2
Cilantro 1 tbsp chopped fresh (1g) 1
Salt 1 tsp (6g) 0
Catfish not in our table 0
Black Sesame Seed not in our table 0
Water not in our table 0

Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.

Ingredients

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  • For catfish:
  • 2 U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish, gutted (about 1 pound each)
  • 8-10 slices garlic, cut into slivers
  • 8-10 slices fresh ginger
  • 1/4 cup sesame oil
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • Asian Slaw (recipe follows)
  • 1/2 cup cooked sticky or jasmine rice
  • 1/2 teaspoon black sesame seed
  • For garnish: Fresh cilantro leaves
  • For the dressing:
  • 1/2 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 teaspoons Asian chili paste (see Note)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • For the slaw: Cup of each of the following:
  • Finely julienned cucumber, carrots, green onions, red bell peppers, and rice noodles hydrated as package directs (see Note)
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Directions

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1. Cut slits in the sides of each catfish. Insert slivers of garlic and ginger into slits. Coat with sesame oil. Set aside on a wax paper-lined baking sheet.

2

2. Pour milk into a shallow dish. Place flour in shallow dish or on a piece of wax paper and season with salt and pepper.

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3. Heat peanut oil in a deep fryer, a wok or a large, deep skillet to 350¼F on a deep-frying thermometer. Roll each catfish in milk, then dredge in the seasoned flour. Place one catfish at a time in the hot oil and fry, turning to cook on all sides, about 8 minutes or until golden brown and fish flakes easily when tested with a fork. Drain on paper towels.

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4. Arrange a thin layer of Asian Slaw on each serving plate and top with fried catfish. Sprinkle with black sesame seeds and serve with sticky or jasmine rice. Garnish with cilantro leaves.

5

5. To prepare the dressing, mix vinegar, sugar, water, chili paste and oil in a chilled small bowl until well blended.

6

6. To prepare the slaw, mix cucumber, carrots, green onions, red pepper and rice noodles in a large bowl. Add dressing and toss until well combined.

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