The quick cooking time, firm texture and consistently mild taste of farm-raised catfish make it an excellent fish for both the indoor grill and the backyard barbecue. Boneless catfish fillets, available in supermarket seafood departments across America, are great on the grill. IQF catfish fillets are among the freshest frozen foods available because they are frozen within seconds of being processed. In fact, all farm-raised catfish products, whether fresh or frozen, are cleaned, processed and placed on ice or frozen in less than 30 minutes. This ensures a high-quality, consistently delicious product with every bite.
Herbs help bring out the flavor of the catfish without adding unwanted fat and calories.
Aromatic woods such as mesquite, hickory, grapevine cuttings or fruit woods give catfish a rich smoky taste. Sprinkle a handful of wood chips on the coals before grilling. Marinades and sauces should enhance the subtle taste of catfish, not mask it. Try a spicy salsa topping for a dish with Southwestern flair or a light cream sauce for more elegant catfish fare. Bottled Italian dressings and olive oil with fresh lemon also mix well with grilled catfish.