Sesame Crusted Catfish with Geechee Peanut Sauce an

Name: Sesame Crusted Catfish with Geechee Peanut Sauce and Sauteed Okra
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup whole sesame seeds; 2 cups cornmeal; Salt and pepper; 4 catfish fillets, skinless; Peanut oil, for sauteeing; 1 cup sliced okra; Geechee Peanut Sauce, recipe follows; 1 tablespoon bacon fat; 1/4 cup small-diced green pepper; 1/4 cup small-diced red pepper; 1/2 cup small-diced celery; 1 cup small-diced onion; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon white pepper; 2 tablespoons red wine; 1/2 cup chicken stock; 1 tablespoon brown roux, recipe follows; 2 tablespoons peanut butter; 1 1/2 cups tomato puree; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon flour

Servings: persons

1 cup whole sesame seeds
2 cups cornmeal
Salt and pepper
4 catfish fillets, skinless
Peanut oil, for sauteeing
1 cup sliced okra
Geechee Peanut Sauce, recipe follows
1 tablespoon bacon fat
1/4 cup small-diced green pepper
1/4 cup small-diced red pepper
1/2 cup small-diced celery
1 cup small-diced onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons red wine
1/2 cup chicken stock
1 tablespoon brown roux, recipe follows
2 tablespoons peanut butter
1 1/2 cups tomato puree
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon flour

1
Grind 1/2 cup sesame seeds in spice grinder into a rough powder.
2
Leave the other 1/2 cup whole.
3
Combine the sesame powder, sesame seeds, cornmeal, and salt and pepper and place in a shallow bowl.
4
Dredge catfish fillets in sesame-cornmeal mix and saute in hot peanut oil until golden brown.
5
Remove catfish, keep warm.
6
Empty skillet of oil and crusty cornmeal.
7
Add new oil to hot pan and saute the fresh sliced okra until it becomes slightly brown, about 8 minutes.
8
Place the geechee sauce on the plate and put catfish fillets on top of that.
9
Add another ladle of geechee sauce and put Sauteed okra on top.
10
Sweat the peppers, celery, and onion in bacon fat until the onions are translucent.
11
Season with salt and pepper.
12
Add red wine and reduce by 1/3.
13
Add tomato and stock.
14
Whisk in roux and peanut butter.
15
Check seasoning.
16
Let simmer for 30 minutes.
17
Melt the butter in a saute pan.
18
When the butter is melted, add the flour and stir to combine.
19
Cook slowly over low heat, stirring constantly, until the roux gets dark brown, about 15 to 20 minutes.
20
Don't rush it or the roux could burn and become bitter tasting.

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup whole sesame seeds, 2 cups cornmeal, Salt and pepper, 4 catfish fillets, skinless, and more.

Yes, Sesame Crusted Catfish with Geechee Peanut Sauce and Sauteed Okra 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.

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Sesame Crusted Catfish with Geechee Peanut Sauce and Sauteed Okra

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