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Catfish (order Siluriformes) are a diverse group of fish. Named for their prominent "barbels", which give the image of cat-like whiskers, they are found in freshwater environments of all kinds, with species on every continent except Antarctica. Some species from the families Ariidae and Plotosidae are also found in marine environments. They feature some of the smallest known vertebrates, including the candiru, the only vertebrate parasite to attack humans, as well as Pangasius gigas, the largest reported freshwater fish. There are armour plated types and also naked types, but they do not have scales. Not all catfish families have barbels; what defines a fish as being in the Siluriformes order are certain features of the skull and swimbladder.
Catfish belong to a superorder called the Ostariophysi, which also includes the Cypriniformes, Characiformes, and Gymnotiformes (although some place Gymnotiformes as a sub-order of Siluriformes). As of 2005 there are 37 catfish families, and around 2000 species have been described, although this number is in constant flux due to taxonomic work on the order.
In June, 2005, researchers named the 37th family of catfish, Lacantuniidae, only the third new family of fish distinguished in the last 70 years (others being the coelacanth in 1938 and the megamouth shark in 1983). The new species in Lacantuniidae, Lacantunia enigmatica, was found in the Lacantun river in Chiapas, Mexico.
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Baked Catfish Fillets with Horseradish Sauce - Catfish topped with flavored sour cream, baked, and served with a sauce made with milk and prepared horseradish. From RecipeSource.
Basil Marinated Catfish With Pickled Peaches - Made with marinated grilled catfish. Includes directions for making pickled peaches. From SOAR.
Bayou Catfish Balls - Catfish rubbed with hot sauce, coated with cornmeal, and deep-fried.
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Beer Catfish - Catfish dipped in beer batter and fried.
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Cajun Catfish with spicy Strawberry Sauce - Marinated sauteed catfish fillets served with a sauce made with strawberry flavored vinegar, garlic, and horseradish. From RecipeSource.
Cajun-Flavored Catfish - Oven-baked catfish fillets coated with peppers and chili powder. From Better Homes and Gardens.
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Catfish Are Jumpin' - Article about catfish includes recipes and descriptions on making fried catfish, blackened catfish, as well as baked and smoked.
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Catfish Cakes with Dijon Sauce - Sauteed catfish patties served with a yogurt and mustard sauce. From Arielle's Recipe Archives.
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Catfish En Papillote - Catfish fillets with bell pepper, ham, and lemon slices, wrapped in parchment and microwaved.
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Catfish Fillets With Crabmeat Topping - Oven-baked catfish fillets topped with a mixture of sauteed crabmeat, green onions, and red and green peppers.
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Catfish Fillets with Egyptian Tahini Sauce - Sauteed catfish fillets served with a lemon sesame sauce.
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Catfish Florentine With New Orleans Style - Sauteed catfish fillets served with a spinach sauce. From SOAR.
Catfish Frangelica, Lafitte's Landing - Oven-baked catfish fillets served with a sauce made with heavy cream, butter, and Frangelica liqueur. From SOAR.
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Catfish Vera Cruz - Pan-fried catfish fillets served with a salsa, wine and olive sauce. From Arielle's Recipe Archives.
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Catfish with Herbed Lemon Cream - Catfish fillets dipped in seasoned cornmeal, pan-fried, and served with a sauce made with fresh lemon juice and heavy cream.
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Classic Catfish Steamboat Style - Deep-fried, cornmeal coated, catfish.
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Crunchy Topped Fish with Potato Sticks - Catfish topped with herb-seasoned stuffing mix, baked with potatoes. From Better Homes and Gardens.
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Jungle Curry With Catfish - Gaeng Paa Pla Dook - Made with catfish, eggplant, jalapeno pepper, basil leaves, and lime leaves. Includes directions for making curry paste. From SOAR.
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Plantation-Style Catfish Fillets - Sauteed catfish served with spinach and tomatoes. From SOAR.
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Sour Cream Baked Catfish - Made with catfish, sour cream, olives, and spices.
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Southern Smokies Catfish Pate - Made with smoked catfish and cream cheese and served with toast fingers. From SOAR.
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Spicy Blackened Catfish - Catfish fillets coated with a spice mixture and pan-fried over high heat.
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Spicy Catfish with Bell Peppers and Onions - A Mexican-style fish recipe made with fried catfish fillets and sauteed peppers and onions.
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Stir Fried Catfish - Made with catfish, red pepper, snow peas, and fresh mushrooms, and served over rice. From SOAR.
Sweet Potato Catfish with Andouille Cream Drizzle - Oven-baked catfish fillets topped with seasoned mashed sweet potatoes. Includes directions for making the drizzle with andouille sausage, creole seasoning, and heavy cream. From Better Homes and Gardens.
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