Cleaning A Flathead Catfish

Such as a 42 pound flathead positvely aged at 30-31 years old.

Cleaning a flathead catfish. A size 30 circle hook is my preferred hook of choice. Wait a minute or two then konk the fish on the head to kill it before cleaning. A freshly cleaned catfish thats properly iced and kept at temperatures just above freezing will retain its quality for three or four days.

Only use cold water since hot water could start cooking the fish. I dont cut all the way around the head like other catfish for a. Wash off the flathead fillets and pat dry with a paper towel.

Fill the pool with water and put the catfish in it. This technique has been. Learn to fillet your flatheads the right way.

Jul 08 2007 Wash the body out with cold water. May 16 2018 brought this vid back from last year did it the right way this time. The recipe for catfish is left up to you to choose.

Lay the fillets on a plate and sprinkle each side with a good amount of lemon pepper seasoning and garlic powder to taste. I dont cut all the way around the head like other catfish for a reason. Gut cut clean and rinse the cat fish.

Aug 01 2013 Tboy shows how to clean a large flathead yellowcat saving the dressing the head meat for specialty dishes. Leme know if theres anything else i missed. Once you have ensured that all the insides scales and fins have been removed place your fish on a clean cutting board.