Big Pan Of Fried Fish Recipe
Feed about 40 to 50 people.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Coating
In a large bowl, mix together the flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. This will be your dry coating for the fish.
- 2
Soak the Fish
Pour the buttermilk into a large container. Submerge the cleaned and scaled fish in the buttermilk for at least 30 minutes. This helps to tenderize the fish and adds flavor.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large frying pan or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). You will need enough oil to submerge the fish, so make sure your pan is deep enough.
- 4
Coat the Fish
Remove the fish from the buttermilk, allowing excess liquid to drip off. Dredge each fish in the flour mixture, ensuring it is fully coated.
- 5
Fry the Fish
Carefully place the coated fish in the hot oil, a few at a time, to avoid overcrowding. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes on each side. Use a slotted spoon to remove the fish and drain on paper towels.
- 6
Serve
Once all the fish are fried, serve immediately while hot. You can serve with lemon wedges and tartar sauce on the side.
