Ingredients: |
Ingredients: 2 large eggs 1 cup milk 2 cups allpurpose flour 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, divided 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 teaspoons ground red pepper, divided 4 catfish fillets (about 1 1/2 pounds) Vegetable oil 12 unpeeled, large fresh shrimp
1 tablespoon butter or margarine 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1/4 cup vermouth 2 cups whipping cream 1/4 cup chopped green onions, divided 2 teaspoons lemon juice 3 very thin cooked ham slices, cut into strips Garnish: lemon wedges
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Directions: |
Directions:Step 1 Combine eggs and milk, stirring until well blended.
Step 2 Combine flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper in a shallow dish. Dredge fillets in flour mixture; dip in milk mixture, and dredge again in flour mixture.
Step 3 Pour oil to a depth of 3 inches into a Dutch oven; heat to 360°. Fry fillets 6 minutes or until golden; drain on paper towels. Keep warm.
Step 4 Peel fresh shrimp, and devein,if desired.
Step 5 Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; add shrimp and garlic, and cook, stirring often, until shrimp turn pink. Remove shrimp, reserving drippings in skillet.
Step 6 Stir vermouth into reserved drippings; bring to a boil, and cook 1 minute. Add whipping cream, 2 tablespoons green onions, lemon juice, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 to 2 teaspoons ground red pepper; cook, stirring often, 12 to 15 minutes or until sauce is thickened.
Step 7 Place catfish on a serving plate; drizzle with sauce. Top with shrimp and ham; sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons green onions. Garnish, if desired. |