It's time to go vote now that election season is in full swing. For president, you say? Yes, but this year there is one more person to vote for: America's fish.
Think about it: America has a national anthem, a national flower, and even a national tree, but it doesn't have a national fish. So, the Catfish Institute has put U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish in the running for the award.
Why does this fish deserve such a name? U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish is a true American original that can be found on plates from California to New York and all the way to Washington. This fish is easy to cook and can be seasoned in many different ways. It can be grilled, baked, poached, broiled, or fried. So, what does this candidate think about the big issues? Continue:
- About the environment: U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish are fed a grain-based diet and raised in closed, freshwater ponds. This is good for the environment.
- In terms of health and nutrition, this candidate is perfect for every health-conscious American because he or she is low in fat, calories, and sodium and high in protein.
- This candidate cares a lot about giving Americans time to spend with their families at home. Catfish is easy to cook, so families can spend less time in the kitchen and more time together.
On the economy: This candidate's prices are easy on the wallet, so it makes sense to vote for him or her.
Try this quick and easy recipe from "Candidate Catfish" to see what else it has to offer.
FRIED CATFISH IS A CLASSIC
3/4 cup corn meal, yellow
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon of cayenne
1/4 teaspoon of dried garlic
4 Catfish Raised in the U.S.
fillets
Vegetable oil
As a garnish, thin slices of tomato
and a bunch of parsley
Mix together the cornmeal, flour, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and salt. Coat the farmed catfish with the mixture and shake off any extra.
Half-fill a 12-inch deep pot or skillet with vegetable oil. Bring to 350°F. Catfish should be added in a single layer and fried until golden brown, which takes about 5 to 6 minutes, depending on the size. Take it out and let it drip on paper towels.
