Fall Flavors Make U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish Shine
 NewsUSA) – As autumn brings that special nip into the air, Americans start looking for hearty dishes. But a filling meal doesn’t have to mean a dish high in fat and calories — a lean fish can bring plenty of flavor to the table.Take U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish. These fish are raised on a specially formulated diet of whole grains, ensuring a mild and clean flavor. Nutritious U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish fillets are high in protein and low in saturated fat. See how seasonal flavors complement catfish with this recipe for Potato Crusted Catfish with Granny Smith Apple & Jalapeño Glaze: Potato Crusted Catfish with Granny Smith’s Apple & Jalapeño Glaze Makes 2 servings 2 U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish fillets 2 medium sized potatoes, peeled and cut in paper-thin slices 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon Creole Mustard 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon cider vinegar 4 tablespoons olive oil For the glaze 1/4 cup apple jelly 1 tablespoon water 1/2 apple, peeled and diced 1/2 jalapeño, seeded and diced 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. 2. Mix together mustards, honey and vinegar. 3. Spread the mustard mixture over the tops of the catfish fillets; arrange potato slices over the mustard, pushing down gently. 4. Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Place the catfish potato side down into the pan. Cook four to five minutes. 5. Remove the fillets, and place them on a baking sheet. Place in the oven and bake 12 minutes, or until potatoes are golden and fish is cooked through. 6. Remove the catfish from the oven to a serving plate. 7. Take a small sauce pan, and combine glaze ingredients. Warm slightly and drizzle over the fillets. |
