Delish Southern Fried Catfish
A delightful recipe for Southern fried catfish, crispy and flavorful, perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lb catfish fillets
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup oil for frying Can use vegetable or peanut oil.
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Begin by soaking the catfish fillets in buttermilk for about 10 minutes.
- While the fish is soaking, mix cornmeal, flour, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Dredge each fillet in the cornmeal mixture, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Carefully place the coated fillets in the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove cooked fillets and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For added crunch, consider mixing in some panko breadcrumbs with the cornmeal.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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