Catfish Cakes
Description
Catfish cakes are a delicious alternative to Maryland Crab Cakes. Plus, catfish is cheaper than crabmeat.
Ingredients
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1 pound catfish fillets
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2 1/2 cups coarsely crushed buttery round crackers
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1 medium onion, chopped
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1 large egg
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1 tablespoon creamy salad dressing (e.g. Miracle Whip)
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1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
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1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning TM, or to taste
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1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
Directions
1
Place catfish in a saucepan with enough water to cover; bring to a boil. Cook until fish flakes easily with a fork. Remove from heat and drain water.
2
Mash fish in the saucepan. Stir in crackers, onion, egg, salad dressing, mustard, and Old Bay until evenly blended. Form into 8 patties.
3
Heat oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Fry patties in hot oil until golden brown on both sides. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of a patty should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and serve hot.