Rock The Boat Recipe
Fried or Seared Catfish + Creole Pan Sauce + Braised Collards + Gouda Grits + Fried Okra
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Prepare the Collards
In a large pot, fill it with water and bring to a boil. Add collard greens and simmer for about 45 minutes until tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 2
- 3
Prepare the Catfish
In a shallow bowl, combine cornmeal and flour. In another bowl, beat eggs and milk. Dredge catfish in the egg mixture, then coat in the cornmeal mixture.
- 4
Fry the Catfish
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry catfish for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and place on paper towels to drain.
- 5
Make Creole Pan Sauce
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic until softened. Add Cajun seasoning, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- 6
Fry the Okra
In a separate skillet, heat oil and fry sliced okra until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- 7