{"product_id":"cat-fish-headless-gutted-vp","title":"CAT FISH HEADLESS GUTTED VP 去頭猫魚","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRich, hearty, and full of bold flavour — Catfish is a beloved staple in many Asian and Southern-style kitchens, and our \u003cstrong\u003eHeadless Gutted Catfish (Vacuum Packed)\u003c\/strong\u003e makes it easier than ever to enjoy at home. Cleaned and prepped for you, this catfish is ready to marinate and cook straight away. Its firm, meaty flesh holds up beautifully to braising, steaming, and frying, soaking up sauces and seasonings like no other fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🐟 Headless and gutted — prepped and ready to cook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💚 Firm, meaty texture that holds up to bold flavours and sauces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❄️ Vacuum packed to lock in freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍲 A favourite in Chinese, Vietnamese, and Southern-style cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📦 Great value for family meals and batch cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Prepare\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThawing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThaw overnight in the refrigerator, or place vacuum-sealed bag under cold running water for 30–45 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePat dry before cooking for best results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBraised (Recommended — Chinese Style):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScore the fish on both sides and marinate with soy sauce, ginger, and Shaoxing wine for 15–30 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePan-fry in oil over medium-high heat until lightly golden on both sides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd garlic, ginger, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a splash of water or stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover and braise on low heat for \u003cstrong\u003e15–20 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e until the fish is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteamed:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace thawed fish in a steaming dish with sliced ginger and green onion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteam over high heat for \u003cstrong\u003e12–15 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e until flesh is opaque and flakes easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish with hot oil, soy sauce, and fresh cilantro.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeep Fried:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeason fish with salt, pepper, and your favourite spices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoat lightly in cornstarch or flour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFry in hot oil at 350°F (175°C) for \u003cstrong\u003e5–7 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e until golden and crispy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍚 Braised catfish over steamed jasmine rice with bok choy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌶️ Spicy Sichuan-style catfish in chili bean sauce (dòubàn jiāng)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍻 Vietnamese-style catfish claypot (Cá Kho Tộ) with caramel and fish sauce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍲 Southern-style fried catfish with coleslaw and cornbread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌱 Steamed catfish with ginger, scallion, and soy — light and nourishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStorage Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❄️ Keep frozen at \u003cstrong\u003e-18°C (0°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e or below until ready to use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📅 Best before date printed on the package — consume before this date for optimal quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🧊 Once thawed, refrigerate and use within \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🔄 \u003cstrong\u003eDo not refreeze\u003c\/strong\u003e once thawed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🗂️ Keep in vacuum-sealed packaging until ready to use to prevent freezer burn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SEARAY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48603061879013,"sku":null,"price":4.4,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/0959\/9973\/files\/catfish.jpg?v=1774901774","url":"https:\/\/oceantaste.ca\/products\/cat-fish-headless-gutted-vp","provider":"Buy Premium Frozen Seafood From oceantaste.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}