Cooking Exceptionally With Gin Lee

Crispy Grits-Crusted Fish Cakes Hey there, foodies! If you want to wow your friends and family with a tasty and one-of-a-kind dish, you've got to try my Breaded Grits Fish Cakes recipe. These fish cakes are packed with flavor and have a crispy coating made from grits. They're fried up in a non-stick skillet with butter for that perfect golden brown finish. Ingredients for the fish cakes: 1 pound of boneless white fish filets, such as cod or tilapia 1 cup of crushed crackers 1/4 cup of mayonnaise (plus a little more if needed). 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder 1 1/2 teaspoons of onion powder Seasoning salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Ingredients for the breading: 1 cup of flour 2 eggs, beaten 1 cup of dry, uncooked grits; you can also use cornmeal or breadcrumbs as a substitution. You'll also need about 4 to 6 tablespoons of butter to cook the fish cakes. Instructions: Cut the boneless fish filets into tiny chunks or mince them in a ...

Catfish Stew With Potatoes and Diced Onions for a Hearty One-Pot Dinner Tender catfish, creamy potatoes, and sweet diced onions make a warm stew with very little fuss. This catfish stew with potatoes and diced onions cooks in one pot, making it a strong choice for a busy weeknight. The key is timing. Build flavor with softened onions and seasonings, simmer the potatoes until nearly tender, then add the catfish near the end. That order keeps the fish moist instead of tough. The result is an easy catfish stew with a savory broth, soft potatoes, and flaky fish in every bowl. Makes: 4 servings Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 35 minutes Build Flavor With the Right Catfish Stew Ingredients This recipe uses a light, savory broth that lets the mild flavor of catfish shine. Butter or oil carries the seasoning, while potatoes add body and onions create the base. You can add cream, hot sauce, or extra vegetables after learning the basic method. 1 1/2 pounds catfish fillets, nuggets, or bonel...