Des Allemands Catfish Delight Recipe

Name: Des Allemands Catfish Delight
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups vegetable oil; 2 pounds catfish fillets; Salt; Lemon pepper; Garlic powder; 1 cup English style batter mix, plus 2 cups; 1 1/4 cups water; 1 cup chopped pecans; 4 ounces (1 stick) butter; 1 cup chopped green onions; 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves, plus more for garnish; 1 (8-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup; 1 (8-ounce) can cream of celery soup; 1 (8-ounce) can cream of chicken soup; 6 slices cheese (recommended: Velveeta brand); 1 teaspoon liquid crab boil; 1 pound crabmeat; Salt and pepper; 1/4 cup pecan halves

Servings: persons

4 cups vegetable oil
2 pounds catfish fillets
Salt
Lemon pepper
Garlic powder
1 cup English style batter mix, plus 2 cups
1 1/4 cups water
1 cup chopped pecans
4 ounces (1 stick) butter
1 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves, plus more for garnish
1 (8-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (8-ounce) can cream of celery soup
1 (8-ounce) can cream of chicken soup
6 slices cheese (recommended: Velveeta brand)
1 teaspoon liquid crab boil
1 pound crabmeat
Salt and pepper
1/4 cup pecan halves

1
Heat the oil in a large, deep pot to 350 degrees F.
2
Pat fillets dry with clean paper towels and season, to taste with salt, lemon pepper, and garlic powder.
3
Dust lightly with 1 cup of the dry batter mix.
4
Mix the 2 remaining cups of dry batter mix with the water and add the chopped pecans.
5
Coat the fillets with the batter and place in the hot vegetable oil.
6
Fry until golden brown, approximately 5 minutes.
7
Set aside on paper towels.
8
Sauce:
9
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and add chopped green onions and parsley.
10
Saute for 3 minutes.
11
Add the soups, cheese, and liquid crab boil and continue to cook for 10 minutes.
12
Add crabmeat and cook an additional 5 minutes.
13
Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
14
Prepare a bed of sauce on a serving platter and place fish on sauce.
15
Partially cover fillets with sauce.
16
Garnish with pecans and parsley.

2894

kcal

Calories

311

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups vegetable oil, 2 pounds catfish fillets, Salt, Lemon pepper, and more.

Yes, Des Allemands Catfish Delight falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Des Allemands Catfish Delight

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions