Catfish is originally native to Southeast Asia and has been habitually farmed for food in America, Asia, Africa and Europe for many years.
Its nutritional value ( full of vitamins D and omega -3 fatty acids which prevenys heart disease), its delicious quality an d its being easy to cook make it a standard food in the market and frequent dish on the table.
Smoked catfish are one of the most commonest way of preserving catfish. The taste, flavour and nutrients is enhanced and has a longer shelf life.