Catfish Fillets With Jalapeno Tartar Sauce Recipe

Name: Catfish Fillets With Jalapeno Tartar Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the fish; vegetable oil; 3/4 cup beer; 3 tablespoons prepared mustard; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper; 1/2 cup cornmeal (self rising or plain); 2 lbs catfish fillets; For the jalapeno tartar sauce; 3 cups mayonnaise; 2/3 cup onion, finely chopped; 3 green onions, finely chopped; 1/2 cup parsley, chopped; 1/3 cup vinegar; 1 lemon, juice and grated zest; 1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce; 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper; 1 1/4 cups creole mustard; 1/2 cup dill pickle, chopped; 8 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped

Servings: persons

For the fish
vegetable oil
3/4 cup beer
3 tablespoons prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
1/2 cup cornmeal (self rising or plain)
2 lbs catfish fillets
For the jalapeno tartar sauce
3 cups mayonnaise
2/3 cup onion, finely chopped
3 green onions, finely chopped
1/2 cup parsley, chopped
1/3 cup vinegar
1 lemon, juice and grated zest
1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 1/4 cups creole mustard
1/2 cup dill pickle, chopped
8 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped

1
Begin heating 2 inches of oil over medium-high heat in a deep, heavy pot to 375 degrees.
2
Meanwhile, combine beer, mustard, 2 tablespoons of oil, salt and pepper in a small shallow bowl; mix well.
3
Put the cornmeal in another shallow bowl.
4
Dip the fish into the cornmeal and coat, then dip it into the beer mixture.
5
Add to the hot oil, one piece at time, cooking in batches if necessary. Do not crowd the pan.
6
Fry until crispy and golden brown.
7
To Make the jalapeno tartar sauce, combine all the sauce ingredients and mix.
8
Chill until ready to serve with the catfish.

1437

kcal

Calories

139

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the fish, vegetable oil, 3/4 cup beer, 3 tablespoons prepared mustard, and more.

Yes, Catfish Fillets With Jalapeno Tartar Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Catfish Fillets With Jalapeno Tartar Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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