Indulge in the crispy and flavorful journey of Sesame Seed Catfish Fillets, a culinary masterpiece that combines the delicate taste of catfish with the nutty aroma of sesame seeds. This delectable dish, hailing from the Southern United States, is a symphony of textures and flavors, featuring a crispy golden crust that yields to a tender and flaky fish interior. Served with a zesty tartar sauce and a side of tangy coleslaw, this classic recipe is a true crowd-pleaser, perfect for a casual family dinner or an elegant gathering with friends. This article presents three variations of Sesame Seed Catfish Fillets, each offering a unique twist on the traditional recipe. Whether you prefer a classic preparation, a spicy kick, or a tangy citrusy flavor, you'll find a recipe here that suits your taste buds. So, gather your ingredients, heat up your skillet, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
SESAME CRUSTED CATFISH WITH GEECHEE PEANUT SAUCE AND SAUTEED OKRA
Steps:
- Grind 1/2 cup sesame seeds in spice grinder into a rough powder. Leave the other 1/2 cup whole. Combine the sesame powder, sesame seeds, cornmeal, and salt and pepper and place in a shallow bowl.
- Dredge catfish fillets in sesame-cornmeal mix and saute in hot peanut oil until golden brown. Remove catfish, keep warm. Empty skillet of oil and crusty cornmeal. Add new oil to hot pan and saute the fresh sliced okra until it becomes slightly brown, about 8 minutes.
- Place the geechee sauce on the plate and put catfish fillets on top of that. Add another ladle of geechee sauce and put Sauteed okra on top.
- Sweat the peppers, celery, and onion in bacon fat until the onions are translucent. Season with salt and pepper. Add red wine and reduce by 1/3. Add tomato and stock. Whisk in roux and peanut butter. Check seasoning. Let simmer for 30 minutes.
- Melt the butter in a saute pan. When the butter is melted, add the flour and stir to combine. Cook slowly over low heat, stirring constantly, until the roux gets dark brown, about 15 to 20 minutes. Don't rush it or the roux could burn and become bitter tasting.
SESAME SEED CATFISH FILLETS
The sesame seeds and sesame oil in these catfish fillets imparts an appealing oriental flavor to them. The recipe is from the R.S.V.P. section in a November 1986 issue of a Bon Appetit magazine. It was requested from Orchids restaurant in Cincinnati, Ohio. Serve with rice and an oriental vegetable stir-fry.
Provided by Leslie in Texas
Categories Catfish
Time 41m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Grease baking pan or spray with cooking spray.
- Mix crumbs,sesame seeds and parsley on large plate.
- Mix flour,salt and pepper on another plate.
- Dip fillets in flour, then egg; roll in breadcrumbs, coating completely.
- Heat vegetable oil and 2 teaspoons sesame oil in large skillet over high heat.
- Add fish in batches (do not crowd) and cook 1 minute on each side.
- Drain on paper towels and transfer to prepared pan.
- Bake until fish is just opaque, about 10 minutes.
- Transfer to heated plates.
- Heat remaining sesame oil in small saucepan until almost smoking; pour over fish and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 777.5, Fat 47.3, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 202.1, Sodium 528.5, Carbohydrate 44.1, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 2.7, Protein 42.5
CRISPY SESAME FISH
Give white fish some oomph with this quick crispy sesame fish dish
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner, Main course, Supper
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 220C/fan200C/gas 7. Tip crumbs into a bowl with half the sesame seeds. Brush fish fillets with yogurt and coat in the crumb mix. Lay on a baking tray and sprinkle over the remaining seeds. Drizzle with a little olive oil, then bake for 15-20 mins. Serve with oven-baked potato wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 20 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 30 grams protein, Sodium 0.71 milligram of sodium
SESAME-CRUSTED FISH WITH BUTTER AND GINGER SAUCE
This recipe came out of a 2005 kitchen cage match between Mark Bittman and the chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, in which Bittman, the home cook, sought to cook Chef Vongerichten's food more simply and perhaps just as deliciously. Judging by the quality of this particular dish, he succeeded.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, seafood, main course
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 200 degrees. Heat large, heavy skillet over medium heat. Put seeds on plate. Season fillets with salt and pepper and turn in seeds, patting to coat fillets as fully as possible with seeds. Add oil to skillet and when it shimmers add fillets.
- Brown fish on 1 side for a couple of minutes, then brown on other side for a minute or two. Remove skillet from heat, transfer fish to plate (even if not done) and place plate in oven.
- When skillet has cooled slightly, put over medium heat. Add butter, and when it melts add ginger. About 30 seconds later, add soy sauce and 1/4 cup water and stir to blend. Return fillets to skillet, along with accumulated juices.
- Turn heat to medium and cook fillets for about 1 to 3 minutes until desired doneness, turning 3 or 4 times. (If the pan dries out, add 2 or 3 tablespoons water.) Fish should be done when a thin-bladed knife meets little resistance at fillet's thickest point. Serve pan juices over fish.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 435, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 39 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 561 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
SESAME-SEED FISH FILLETS
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories dinner, main course
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Put the fish fillets in a dish and add the lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce. Turn the fillets in the mixture and let stand until ready to cook.
- Put the beaten egg, milk, salt and pepper in a flat dish and stir to blend. Put the sesame seeds and cheese in a separate dish and blend.
- Put the flour in a third dish.
- Lift the fillets one at a time and, using the fingers, wipe off much, but not all, of the marinating liquid. Dip the fillets one at a time in flour to coat well. Dip the pieces into the egg mixture to coat on both sides. Dip in the sesame seed mixture to coat well.
- Heat the oil and butter in a skillet and add the fish fillets (it may be necessary to cook the fish in two steps if the skillet is not large enough, but the amount of oil and butter indicated should be sufficient). Cook two minutes and turn carefully with a pancake turner or spatula. Cook about two minutes on the second side.
- If all the fillets have not been cooked, add a second batch to the skillet and continue cooking in the same manner. Transfer the fillets to a warm platter. Pour the pan fat over all. Garnish with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 477, UnsaturatedFat 26 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 37 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 411 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
WAY TOO EASY SESAME FISH FILLETS
Easy, quick fish. Not good for salmon or tuna. It is best with thin fillets like bream, whiting or catfish. Sometimes I add grated fresh ginger to the oil prior to adding the fish.
Provided by omeomy 2
Categories Australian
Time 15m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oil in pan over med-high.
- Pat dry the fillets (prevents soggy fish).
- Fry fillets 2-3 minutes and turn over for another 2-3 minutes, or until done to your taste.
- Add soy sauce and sesame oil and gently turn to coat both sides.
- Place on serving platter, pour hot oil/soy from pan over fish, scatter with sesame seeds and then scatter scallions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 461.3, Fat 11.3, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 198, Sodium 451.1, Carbohydrate 2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.4, Protein 83.3
SESAME SALMON FILLET
A tangy honey-mustard sauce. Green onions and sesame seeds dress up this salmon for a delightful meal.
Provided by southern chef in lo
Categories High Protein
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the salmon in a shallow dish.
- Combine vinegar, soy sauce, honey, oil, mustard, and ginger; pour over salmon.
- Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour, turning once after 30 minutes.
- Drain and discard marinade.
- Broil the salmon or grill, covered, over medium high heat for 15 to 20 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and onions.
Tips:
- Choose the right catfish fillets. Look for fillets that are firm and have a mild, sweet flavor. Avoid fillets that are thin or have a strong, fishy smell.
- Use a light hand with the sesame seeds. Too many sesame seeds can overwhelm the delicate flavor of the catfish.
- Be careful not to overcook the catfish. Catfish is a delicate fish that can easily be overcooked. Cook it just until it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve the catfish immediately. Catfish is best served hot and fresh. If you need to reheat it, do so gently in a low oven or microwave.
Conclusion:
Sesame seed catfish fillets are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of crispy sesame seeds and tender, flaky catfish is sure to please everyone at the table. Serve it with your favorite sides, such as rice, roasted vegetables, or mashed potatoes.
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