Buttermilk Fried Rockfish Recipe
Make Buttermilk Fried Rockfish Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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For the Marinade
For the Breading
For Frying
Method
Marinating the Fish
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of buttermilk, 2 tablespoons of hot sauce, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Whisk until well combined.
- 2
Marinate the Fish
Add 1.5 lbs of rockfish fillets to the buttermilk mixture, ensuring the fish is fully submerged. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
Breading the Fish
- 3
Prepare the Breading Mixture
In another bowl, mix together 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 0.5 cups of cornmeal, 1 tablespoon of paprika, 1 tablespoon of garlic powder, 1 tablespoon of onion powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
- 4
Coat the Fish
Remove the marinated rockfish from the refrigerator. Take each fillet and let excess marinade drip off, then dredge in the breading mixture, making sure to coat evenly. Set aside on a plate.
Frying the Fish
- 5
- 6
Fry the Fish
Carefully add one or two breaded rockfish fillets to the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to remove the fish and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- 7
Repeat
Continue frying the remaining fillets in batches, ensuring the oil temperature remains consistent.
Serving the Dish
- 8
Serve
Serve the buttermilk fried rockfish hot, with your choice of dipping sauces, lemon wedges, and sides like coleslaw or fries.