How to Handle and Clean a Catfish

Would you like to know how to handle and clean a catfish?  Instructions are available on just how to handle and clean a catfish at the following URL:  http://www.extension.umn.edu/distribution/naturalresources/components/DD8241_4a.pdf.  When you open the PDF, you will learn the importance of proper handling of catfish or any other type of fish.  You should, first of all, upon catching catfish, have the utensils handy for cleaning them pretty much immediately.  The reason being, that "digestive enzymes will spoil" fish quickly if not cleaned and iced right away, particularly if they are dead.

Instructions for proper cleaning techniques are located at the URL, as well as instructions for proper handling.  Some of the utensils that you need to have with you for proper handling include a sharp filet knife, a cutting board, paper towels, plastic gloves, sealable food storage bags, and clean water to wash hands and utensils.  For more information on how to handle and clean a catfish, you might want to try some of the more popular cooking forums online. 

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