Source: MRS 2025
MRS: 1625 — Fish & Seafood (1500s)

Fried Catfish

Meal Component Contribution:
3 oz. eq. meat/meat alternate, ½ oz. eq. whole grain.
Number of Portions: 100  Size of Portion: 1 fillet
Recipe HACCP Process: #2 - Same day service
Meat/Meat Alternate Whole Grains
  •  Meat/Meat Alternate
  •  Whole Grains

INGREDIENT
MEASURE (FOR 100 SERVINGS)
Pan Release Spray, Vegetable Oil, #2514
10  second spray
Catfish Fillet, Breaded, Raw, Frozen, #1039
25  pounds , (2 ounce serving each)
DIRECTIONS

1.

Line sheet pans with parchment paper. Spray the parchment paper with food realease spray. Place the breaded catfish in single layer on parchment lined pans.

2.

Place breaded catfish in a single layer on the parchment lined pans.  Prepare according to instructions on case or package.

CCP: Heat to 155 degrees F or higher for at least 15 seconds at the completion of cooking process. If manufacturer instructions on package or case have a higher temperature, follow those recommendations.

3.

Prepare in batches and serve at once to maintain quality.

CCP: Hold and maintain product at a minimum temperature of 135 degrees F or higher.

4.

Portion a 4-ounce (2 strips) serving of catfish. Each portion provides 3 oz. eq.meat/meat alternate and ½ oz. eq. whole grain

CCP: Hold and maintain product at a minimum temperature of 135 degree s F. Check temperature every 30 minutes. Discard any leftovers.

Production Notes

Prepare the catfish for just in time service. Batch cook: Prepare only what can be served in a 30-minute period to maintain maximum quality.

Serving Notes

Presentation idea: Garnish pans with lemon slices and fresh parsley springs.

Purchasing Guide

Refer to the USDA FNS Food Buying Guide for School Meal Programs and/or the item's product -formulation statement for quantities to purchase if the recipe is altered.

Miscellaneous Notes

If changes are made in ingredients, check the crediting information and re-calculate the nutrition analysis.

Nutrients Per Serving
Calories
186
Carbohydrates
11.00 g
Dietary Fiber
0.00 g
Protein
16.00 g
Sodium
267.00 mg
Total Fat
9.30 g
Sat. Fat
1.30 g
Trans Fat
0.00 g