Source: MRS 2014
MRS: 206 — Fish & Seafood (200s)

Fried Catfish

Meal Component Contribution:
2 oz. eq. meat/meat alternate
Number of Portions: 100  Size of Portion: 1 fillet
Recipe HACCP Process: #2 - Same day service
Meat/Meat Alternate
  •  Meat/Meat Alternate

INGREDIENT
MEASURE (FOR 100 SERVINGS)
Catfish Fillets, Raw, Unbreaded, #45
100 fillet(s)
Flour, All Purpose, Enriched, #358
6 pint(s)
Cornmeal, Yellow, Plain, #362
2 pint(s)
Salt, Seasoned, #341
1/4 cup(s)
Pepper, Black, Ground, #336
2 teaspoon(s)
DIRECTIONS

1.

Read package directions carefully before preparing fillets for cooking.

2.

Wash thawed filets and drain.

3.

Mix flour and cornmeal.

4.

Mix flour and cornmeal mixture with seasoned salt and pepper.

5.

Preheat oil in deep fat fryer to temperature on package directions.

6.

Dip fish fillets into seasoned flour mixture. Coat well.
Tip: Place breaded portions on bun pan lined with parchment paper. Place pans on cooling rack and allow to air dry before frying.

7.

Fry for 4 - 5 minutes until golden brown. (Prepare in batches to maintain quality.)

CCP:  Heat to 145 degrees F or higher for 15 seconds at the completion of the cooking process.

8.

Serve at once to maintain quality. Portion 1 fillet per serving. Each portion provides 2 oz. eq. of meat/meat alternate.

CCP:  Hold and maintain product at a minimum temperature of 135 degrees F. Check temperature every 30 minutes.  Discard any leftovers.

Production Notes

Use commodity products when available.

Nutrients Per Serving
Calories
206
Carbohydrates
15.31 g
Dietary Fiber
1.08 g
Protein
16.93 g
Sodium
479.41 mg
Total Fat
7.51 g
Sat. Fat
1.07 g
Trans Fat
0.00 g


Illustrated Steps for Preparation of Fried Catfish
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