Hand-Breaded Style Catfish Products

Instructions are similar for all varieties: Fillets, Strips & Breaded Nuggets.

Preheat oil to 350ºF. Place the frozen Catfish directly into the deep fryer for 6-8 minutes.  When the product floats, cook 1-2 additional minutes until golden brown. Internal temperature should reach 150ºF.

Cooking times may vary due to equipment.

For best results, be sure to monitor oil temperature, especially when frying multiple portions.

Cafeteria Style Fish

Preheat oil to 350ºF. Place the frozen fish directly into the deep fryer for 6-8 minutes until product is golden brown and internal temperature reaches 150ºF

Cooking times may vary due to equipment.

Hand-Breaded Style Swai Products

Preheat oil to 350ºF. Place the frozen fillets directly into the deep fryer for 5-7 minutes.  When the product floats, cook 1-2 additional minutes until golden brown.  Internal temperature should reach 150ºF.

Cooking times may vary due to equipment.

Hushpuppies

Deep Fry:  For best results, thaw product for 30 minutes at room temperature.  Preheat oil to 325ºF. Place the hushpuppies directly into the deep fryer for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.  Internal temperature should reach 165ºF.

Bake:  For best results, do not thaw.  Preheat oven to 400ºF. Arrange frozen hushpuppies on baking sheet and place on center rack of oven.  Bake for 13 minutes.  Internal temperature should reach 165ºF.

Cooking times may vary due to equipment.