Fried Catfish

Name: Fried Catfish
Prep time: 12 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 37 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 and ½ to 2 lb. catfish fillets, about ½-in. thick; 1 and ½ cups buttermilk; ¾ cup cornmeal (not coarsely ground or polenta); ⅓ cup all-purpose flour; 1 and ½ tsp. salt; 1 and ½ tsp. pepper, ideally white pepper; ½ tsp. garlic powder; ½ tsp. onion powder; ½ tsp. cayenne powder; ½ tsp. paprika; About 3 cups neutral-flavored cooking oil for frying (see note)

Instructions

Prep:12minCook:25min

An absolute Southern classic, Fried Catfish is a delicious way to enjoy fish. The meat is tender and juicy, the coating is crisp and tasty, and the recipe, quick and easy. On the side, serve tartar sauce, lemon wedges, and coleslaw, fries, or hushpuppies.

Updated at: Thu, 22 Feb 2024 01:12:20 GMT