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Catfish Meat

Ictalurus punctatus Allergens: Fish
Catfish Meat

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Ictaluridae
  • Primary Cuisine Southern US, Cajun
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Catfish

¿Qué es Catfish Meat?

The lean, white, mild-flavored flesh of freshwater catfish, prized for its versatility in frying, grilling, and baking.

¿A qué sabe Catfish Meat?

Catfish Meat tiene un sabor mild, earthy, umami con aromas subtle, freshwater, briny.

Taste
Mild, Earthy, Umami
Texture
Flaky, Moist, Tender
Aroma
Subtle, Freshwater, Briny
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Información Nutricional

Per 85g
Calories105 kcal
Total Fat2.96 g
Saturated Fat0.7 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol50 mg
Protein18.2 g
Total Carbohydrate0 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars0 g
Calcium15 mg
Iron0.3 mg
Potassium307 mg

El Secreto del Chef

Brining catfish in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes before frying helps tenderize the meat and removes any potential "muddy" taste.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Catfish Meat

El mejor sustituto para Catfish Meat es Tilapia, usado en una proporción de 1:1. Similar mild flavor, white flesh, and flaky texture suitable for most preparations.

Sustitutos para Catfish Meat con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Tilapia Mejor 1:1 Similar mild flavor, white flesh, and flaky texture suitable for most preparations.
Cod 1:1 Leaner white fish, great for frying or baking where a firmer texture is desired.
Swai 1:1 Very mild, often used as a direct low-cost substitute for catfish.
Chicken Breast 1:1 For non-fish dishes requiring a lean, neutral protein.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Catfish Meat

  1. Look for firm, moist, translucent flesh with no strong odor.
  2. Avoid discolored or dry edges.
  3. Fresh or frozen are both excellent options.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Catfish Meat?

  • Cornmeal breading
  • tartar sauce
  • lemon
  • hot sauce
  • collard greens
  • grits
  • hushpuppies.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Catfish Meat?

Mild, Earthy, Umami Subtle, Freshwater, Briny

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Catfish Meat?

El mejor sustituto es Tilapia (1:1). Similar mild flavor, white flesh, and flaky texture suitable for most preparations.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Catfish Meat?

Look for firm, moist, translucent flesh with no strong odor. Avoid discolored or dry edges. Fresh or frozen are both excellent options.

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