INGREDIENTS

4-6 Simmons 5-7 oz. Fillets.

1/4 cup all-purpose flour.
3/4 cup yellow cornmeal.
2 teaspoons salt.
1-1 1/2 cups vegetable oil.
Slider rolls, buttered.
Green leaf lettuce, torn.
Purple onion, sliced.
Roma tomatoes, sliced.
Avocado, sliced.

Wasabi Sauce

1 cup mayonnaise.
1/4 cup prepared wasabi.
11 teaspoon freshly grated ginger.
2 tablespoons soy sauce.
1 teaspoon sugar.
1 pinch of salt (optional).

PREPARATION

Step 1

Cut catfish fillets to approximate size of slider roll. Use smaller pieces to fry and enjoy while you are cooking.

Step 2

Combine flour, cornmeal and salt. Coat catfish with mixture.
Step 3

Add vegetable oil to medium-sized heavy skillet. Heat to 350˚F. Fry fillets for 5-6 minutes or until golden brown. Remove catfish from oil and drain on paper towels.

Step 4

Brown sliced and lightly buttered slider rolls in skillet. Add wasabi mayo to top and bottom of roll. Assemble with the lettuce, onion, tomatoes and avocado. Garnish with a decorative toothpick.

Step 5

To make sauce, combine all ingredients thoroughly. Taste and adjust seasonings. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.