Catfish Cakes

Catfish cakes are a delicious alternative to Maryland Crab Cakes. Plus, catfish is cheaper than crabmeat.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 481 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 large egg
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 pound catfish fillets
• 1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon creamy salad dressing (e.g. Miracle Whip)
• 0.25 cup vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
• 2.5 cups coarsely crushed buttery round crackers
• 0.5 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning TM, or to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 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.

Step 2

Mash fish in the saucepan. Stir in crackers, onion, egg, salad dressing, mustard, and Old Bay until evenly blended. Form into 8 patties.

Step 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.