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Title: Flathead
Post by: treepotato on May 12, 2021, 10:13 AM

ive Heard that flathead catfish are some of the best eating fish around these parts. I’ve never had the opportunity to try one but would love to. Does anyone have a recipe they’d mind sharing and what would be the ideal size of one for consumption. I’m assuming this would be a good time of year to go after one. Thanks

Title: Re: Flathead
Post by: bigr on May 12, 2021, 11:37 AM

The best size I've found is a fish in  the 5 to 10lb range. any thing smaller because of its shape won't give you much meat and one bigger like any fish can become strong tasting. This is a tough time to target flats. My best time is mid summer into the fall. In my opinion they are the best eating in these parts. I'd trade a walleye caught from our waters for the right size flat anytime. 

Title: Re: Flathead
Post by: treepotato on May 12, 2021, 09:19 PM

Thanks Big R. Do you have a favorite way of preparing flatheads?

Title: Re: Flathead
Post by: bigr on May 13, 2021, 05:34 AM

My favorite is the same old school way. Deep fried cornmeal with seasoning. I like course ground yellow meal then add Andys Cajun to give it a little southern taste. The flatheads flesh has parts that are more like chicken texture than flaky fish and the flaky portions are nice and white as well as firm. 

Title: Re: Flathead
Post by: treepotato on May 13, 2021, 06:18 AM

Thanks big r, can’t wait to give it a try.

Title: Re: Flathead
Post by: treepotato on May 13, 2021, 11:03 AM

Yes, I agree 100%. It’s a shame our streams have become this way. Thanks for the info and advice.