mascad Posted April 1, 2009 Share Posted April 1, 2009 Just curious, I know the big flatheads aren't eaten, but what about the channels? Do you eat them only certain times of the year, like when the water is cold? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott K Posted April 1, 2009 Share Posted April 1, 2009 Smaller catfish are good eating, more so in cooler water. I personally don't keep them to eat, I release them so I can catch them again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hanson Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 Just curious, I know the big flatheads aren't eaten, but what about the channels? Do you eat them only certain times of the year, like when the water is cold? Channels are good to go for a meal at all times of the year IMO.Keep 'em under 5-6lbs, make sure you cut out the bloodline and any yellowish tinted meat (found near the belly and fin locations), and enjoy prepared your favorite way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoubleLunger Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 Blackened catfish, yummy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Here-Kitty-Kitty Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 Sounds like you need some black beans to go with it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoubleLunger Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 Mixed with spicy dirty rice maybe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Here-Kitty-Kitty Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 man I need some fish now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slowhand Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 Catch and Release. ...into the oil. Good eating in colder water...just keep the backstraps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoubleLunger Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 Just got done throwing back some LOW walleye and sauger. extra yummy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KMR85 Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 I had a little flatty under 3lbs take the hook too deep one night and had to bring it home for a meal. Delicious! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AceintheHole Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 I might keep a few smaller channels this year for a cat fry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Here-Kitty-Kitty Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 Ya the pond kinda between you and I Ace has some delicious tasting kitties in it. Water is nice and clean and there doesn't seem to be and parasites on them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harvey lee Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 I keep maybe three channels a season. No flatheads as they are all returned to catch again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mplspug Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 I might keep some little guys from the Croix, but I am not taking chances with Mississippi or Minnesota channels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shack Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 Quote: You guys eat your cats? My wife would kill me if I ate Fluffy or Spooky Plus I think I would be in hot water with the ASPCA if I ate my cat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry FlatCaster Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 I've kept a few over the years that are under 4lbs. Cold water channels out of the MN are tasty (50F or less). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ec30_06 Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 One of my favorite fish to eat in the spring Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Here-Kitty-Kitty Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal 1/2 cup flour 1tsp salt 1 tsp chili powder 1/2 tsp course ground black pepper mix well. Dip prepared fish filets into corn meal/flour mixture Cook in medium hot skillet in 3 tbs olive or canola oil Cook one side until brown turn and cook until done. Cooking time will vary depending on thickness of fillets.. Baked Catfish Place trimmed filets into pan. Prepare 3 tbs melted butter or olive oil 1 large clove garlic mashed heated in the oil or butter until you start smelling the garlic. Do not allow this to get too hot. Remove from heat and remove the garlic from the oil. Generously baste fish with garlic oil - Salt, pepper then add a sprinkling of dill weed over fish. place pan in preheat oven at 400 degrees. Bake until fish flakes. Time is dependent on fillet thickness. STUFFED CATFISH 2 tbsp. margarine 1/4 c. chopped green pepper 4 tbsp. chopped onion 1/2 c. bread crumbs 1/4 tsp. oregano 4 tbsp. lime juice 1 tbsp. parsley 1/4 tsp. salt 4 catfish fillets 2 c. water 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 bay leaf 1 tsp. red pepper flakes Melt margarine in skillet, add green peppers and 2 tablespoons onion. Saute until onion is transparent. Add bread crumbs, oregano, parsley, salt and one tablespoon lime juice then mix well. Spoon dressing down center of each fillet. Roll up and secure with toothpicks. In shallow baking pan, combine 2 tablespoons onion, water, garlic, bay leaf, red pepper and remaining 3 tablespoons lime juice and place catfish in pan. Bake at 400 degrees for 30-35 minutes, baste fish until it flakes easily. SPICY CATFISH 1/4 c. melted margarine 3 tbsp. lemon juice Catfish fillets 1 1/2 tsp. Creole seasoning 1/2 c. almonds, chopped Combine margarine and lemon juice and dip each fillet. Arrange in a 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish. Pour remaining margarine and lemon juice over fish. Sprinkle fish with Creole seasoning and almonds. Bake at 375 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AceintheHole Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Now I'm really hungry Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Here-Kitty-Kitty Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 no problem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AceintheHole Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 I'll keep it under 200 post tonight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slowhand Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 I'll keep it under 200 post tonight AWW comeon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Here-Kitty-Kitty Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 not like you have much to go Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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CrappiesNCats Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 we keep smaller cats out of fountain in albert lea. anything under 3 lbs. the lake is loaded with them and not many people are after them. we fish them from may-oct. its the easiest meal to come by on the lake and delicious Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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