Getting together before the game with friends and family is as much a part of football as the band, the cheerleaders or the kickoff itself. And, gathering without good food is like starting the game without the ball.
Each week throughout the 2017 season, Lindy’s will feature a recipe that will be a favorite with family, friends and fans. Recipes are provided by U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish.
Whether tailgating at the game or partying at home before it starts, remember … with U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish, your team is never a loser.
Catfish Sliders with Wasabi Mayonnaise
Ingredients
• 4-6 U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish fillets
• 1⁄4 cup all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup yellow cornmeal
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1-1½ cups vegetable oil
• Slider rolls, buttered
• Green leaf lettuce, torn
• Purple onion, sliced
• Roma tomatoes, sliced
• Avocado, sliced
Sauce
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• ¼ cup prepared wasabi
• 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
• Cut catfish fillets to approximate size of slider roll. Use smaller pieces to fry and enjoy while you are cooking.
• Combine flour, cornmeal and salt. Coat catfish with mixture.
• Add vegetable oil to medium-sized heavy skillet. Heat to 350˚F. Fry fillets for 5-6 minutes or until golden brown. Remove catfish from oil and drain on paper towels.
• Brown sliced and lightly buttered slider rolls in skillet. Add wasabi mayo to top and bottom of roll.
• Assemble with the lettuce, onion, tomatoes and avocado. Garnish with a decorative toothpick.
• To make sauce, combine all ingredients thoroughly. Taste and adjust seasonings. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
