Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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10
servings
5 unit

Catfish Fillets

cut into smaller fillets

2 unit

Eggs

lightly beaten

1 cup

Seasoned Fish-Fry Mixture

such as Zatarains

1 pint

Vegetable Oil

for frying

2 unit

Avocados

chopped

1 cup

Cilantro

leaves

1 cup

Cheddar Cheese

grated

1 cup

Salsa

1 cup

Tomatoes

chopped

1 cup

Bell Pepper

thin sliced

1 cup

Pickled Jalapeno Pepper

slices

1 cup

Lettuce

shredded

2 unit

Limes

cut into 1/8s

20 unit

Flour Tortillas

6 inch / taco size

Step 1
~3 min

Cut the 5 Catfish Fillets into 20 smaller fillets.

Step 2
~3 min

Each whole fillet will make 4 pie-shaped fillets.

Step 3
~3 min

Prepare for stovetop frying with 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in your frying pan.

Step 4
~3 min

Heat oil to 350 degrees F.

Step 5
~3 min

Take extra safety precautions to maintain the proper oil temperature.

Step 6
~3 min

Set-up a dredging station of lightly beaten eggs in one container and fish-fry mixture in another.

Key Technique: Dredging
Step 7
~3 min

Dredge the mini fillets through the egg and then the seasoned fish-fry mix, and into the oil.

Step 8
~3 min

Cook in batches small enough to maintain the oil temperature.

Step 9
~3 min

Cook until the fish turns a rich medium brown.

Step 10
~3 min

Remove to drain on paper towels or a wire drain rack.

Step 11
~3 min

Repeat until all the fish is cooked.

Step 12
~3 min

Prepare bowls for all the table-side ingredients: avocados, cilantro, mild cheddar cheese, salsa, chopped tomatoes, bell pepper slices, jalapeno peppers.

Step 13
~3 min

Provide flour tortillas and lime slices on each plate.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Keep the oil temperature consistent for best results.

Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the fish.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Toppings can be prepped ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Moderate
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Moderate (frying)
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice and beans.

Offer a variety of toppings.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Rice
Refried Beans

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Popular street food and casual meal.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Taco Tuesday

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Casual Gathering
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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