Enjoy a Southern favorite with this recipe for crispy and savory catfish cakes. Made with fresh catfish fillets, breadcrumbs, herbs, and spices, these cakes are perfect for a family dinner or entertaining guests. Serve them with a side of coleslaw and tartar sauce for a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb catfish fillets, cooked and shredded
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded catfish, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, beaten egg, green onions, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Form the mixture into patties using your hands and place them on a plate.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Carefully place the catfish cakes in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot with coleslaw and tartar sauce.
Interesting Facts
Catfish is a popular freshwater fish in the southern United States and is known for its mild flavor and tender texture.
These catfish cakes can also be baked in the oven at 375°F for 20-25 minutes for a healthier cooking option.
Try adding diced bell peppers or jalapenos for an extra kick of flavor in these delicious cakes.